For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 1,790 students in 65101, MO.
The top-ranked public high schools in 65101, MO are Jefferson City High School, Blair Oaks High School and H Kenneth Kirchner School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 65101 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 65101, MO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 65101 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Blair Oaks High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Missouri public high school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 65101, MO Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 1,353 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
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 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
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 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
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 high schools in 65101, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 65101, MO include Jefferson City High School, Blair Oaks High School and H Kenneth Kirchner School.
How many public high schools are located in 65101?
6 public high schools are located in 65101.
What is the racial composition of students in 65101?
65101 public high schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Missouri public high schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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