Serving 666 students in grades 9-12, Jennings High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 666 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jennings High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Saint Louis, MO, encompassing approximately 3.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jennings High School's student population of 666 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
666 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Parents and Educators working together empower Students to achieve.
School Rankings
Jennings High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jennings High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1778 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
96%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jennings High School's ranking?
Jennings High School is ranked #1778 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jennings High School?
The graduation rate of Jennings High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Jennings High School?
666 students attend Jennings High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Jennings High School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jennings High School?
Jennings High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jennings High School offer ?
Jennings High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jennings High School part of?
Jennings High School is part of Jennings School District.
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