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Best 65109 Missouri Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,677 students in 65109, MO (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,988 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in 65109, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 65109, MO are Clarence Lawson Elementary School, Capital City High School and Belair Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65109 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65109, MO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).

Best 65109, MO Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clarence Lawson Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1105 Fairgrounds Rd
Jefferson City, MO 65109
(573) 659-3175
Gr: K-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Capital City High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1650 Cavalier Drive
Jefferson City, MO 65109
(573) 659-3286
Gr: 9-12 | 1,314 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Belair Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
701 Belair
Jefferson City, MO 65109
(573) 659-3155
Gr: K-5 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
Pioneer Trail Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
301 Pioneer Trail
Jefferson City, MO 65109
(573) 632-3400
Gr: K-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Thomas Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1201 Fairgrounds Rd
Jefferson City, MO 65109
(573) 659-3250
Gr: 6-8 | 927 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #66.
Cedar Hill Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1510 Vieth
Jefferson City, MO 65109
(573) 659-3160
Gr: K-5 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #77.
West Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
100 Dix Rd
Jefferson City, MO 65109
(573) 659-3195
Gr: K-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #88.
South Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
707 Linden Dr
Jefferson City, MO 65109
(573) 659-3185
Gr: K-5 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: n/an/a
Southwest Early Childhood Center
812 St Mary's Blvd
Jefferson City, MO 65109
(573) 659-3190
Gr: PK | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 65109 Missouri

65109, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Southwest Elementary School (Closed 2010)
812 St Marys Blvd
Jefferson City, MO 65109
(573) 659-3190
Gr: K-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 65109, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65109, MO include Clarence Lawson Elementary School, Capital City High School and Belair Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 65109?
9 public schools are located in 65109.
What percentage of students in 65109 go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in 65109 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65109?
65109 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).

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