For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 927 students in 65109, MO.
The top-ranked public middle school in 65109, MO is Thomas Jefferson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 65109 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 65109, MO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65109, MO Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomas Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1201 Fairgrounds Rd
Jefferson City, MO 65109
(573) 659-3250
Jefferson City, MO 65109
(573) 659-3250
Gr: 6-8 | 927 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
65109, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
812 St Mary's Blvd
Jefferson City, MO 65109
(573) 659-3190
Jefferson City, MO 65109
(573) 659-3190
Gr: PK | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
812 St Marys Blvd
Jefferson City, MO 65109
(573) 659-3190
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 middle schools in 65109, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 65109, MO include Thomas Jefferson Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 65109?
1 public middle schools are located in 65109.
What is the racial composition of students in 65109?
65109 public middle schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public middle schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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