Serving 1,373 students in grades 9-12, Jefferson City High School ranks in the top 20% 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 45% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,373 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Jefferson City High School's student population of 1,373 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,373 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson City High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson City High School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#414 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
20%
15%
White
61%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson City High School's ranking?
Jefferson City High School is ranked #414 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Jefferson City High School often compared to?
Jefferson City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blair Oaks High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson City High School?
The graduation rate of Jefferson City High School is 88%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Jefferson City High School?
1,373 students attend Jefferson City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Jefferson City High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson City High School?
Jefferson City High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jefferson City High School offer ?
Jefferson City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jefferson City High School part of?
Jefferson City High School is part of Jefferson City School District.
School Reviews
5 9/3/2020
Small-town feel with the opportunities afforded by large schools. I have an older son that chose the career and tech route and was well served, and a younger son that chose a more traditional route that had a great experience. Like most large schools, if you student is focused on doing well, they will. Teachers and staff were very helpful.
5 1/17/2018
Both of our children graduated from JCHS and were well-prepared for college. The rigorous AP course offerings made them as competitive with their public education as students who attended private college-prep schools.
5 4/4/2011
This was a great school, despite my own bad experience with other students. This was not the fault of the school, there are bad students everywhere.
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