Serving 230 students in grades 3-5, Telegraph Intermediate ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Telegraph Intermediate's attendance zone encompasses the entire Festus school district, covering approximately 55 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Telegraph Intermediate's student population of 230 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
230 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Telegraph Intermediate ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Telegraph Intermediate is 0.06, 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
#783 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. 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 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Telegraph Intermediate's ranking?
Telegraph Intermediate is ranked #783 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Telegraph Intermediate often compared to?
Telegraph Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Plattin Primary, Festus Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Telegraph Intermediate?
230 students attend Telegraph Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Telegraph Intermediate students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Telegraph Intermediate?
Telegraph Intermediate has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Telegraph Intermediate offer ?
Telegraph Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Telegraph Intermediate part of?
Telegraph Intermediate is part of Jefferson County R-VII School District.
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