For the 2025 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 4,425 students in 65101, MO (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,527 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 65101, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 65101, MO are Blair Oaks Elementary School, Blair Oaks Intermediate and Blair Oaks Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65101 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65101, MO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65101, MO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Blair Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
6124 Falcon Ln
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 634-2808
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 634-2808
Gr: PK-2 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Blair Oaks Intermediate
(Math: 67% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6124 Falcon Lane
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 635-6864
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 635-6864
Gr: 3-5 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #33.
Blair Oaks Middle School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6124 Falcon Ln
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 634-2053
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 634-2053
Gr: 6-8 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #44.
Jefferson City High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
609 Union
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3050
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3050
Gr: 9-12 | 1,373 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #55.
Blair Oaks High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6124 Falcon Ln
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 635-8514
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 635-8514
Gr: 9-12 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #66.
H Kenneth Kirchner School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1403 Riverside Dr
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 751-7142
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 751-7142
Gr: K-12 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #77.
Lewis And Clark Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
325 Lewis And Clark Dr
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3200
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3200
Gr: 6-8 | 962 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #88.
East Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1229 E Mccarty
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3165
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3165
Gr: K-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #99.
Thorpe J. Gordon Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1101 Jackson
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3170
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3170
Gr: K-5 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #1010.
Moreau Heights Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1410 Hough Park
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3180
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3180
Gr: K-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Algoa Correctional Center
Alternative School
8501 No More Victims Rd.
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 751-3911
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 751-3911
Gr: 7-12
Rank: n/an/a
Nichols Career Center
Vocational School
605 Union
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3100
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3100
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Prenger Family Center
Alternative School
400 Stadium Blvd
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 636-5177
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 636-5177
Gr: 9-12
65101, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
H Kenneth Kirchner (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1403 Riverside Drive
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 751-7142
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 751-7142
Gr: Inquire with school | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
501 East Miller St
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3125
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3125
Gr: 9 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 65101, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 65101, MO include Blair Oaks Elementary School, Blair Oaks Intermediate and Blair Oaks Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 65101?
13 public schools are located in 65101.
What percentage of students in 65101 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 65101 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65101?
65101 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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