JEFFERSON CITY HIGH SCHOOL
JEFFERSON CITY HIGH is a Title I public high school that is part of the JEFFERSON CITY school district, located in JEFFERSON CITY, MO with about 2,484 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 174 teachers, JEFFERSON CITY HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
JEFFERSON CITY HIGH School, located at 609 Union Street in Jefferson City, Missouri, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the state’s capital. As a cornerstone of the Jefferson City School District, the school offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The campus is known for its role as a hub of community activity, housing a wide array of extracurricular programs, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various student-led clubs that foster a well-rounded educational experience.
Beyond its academic offerings, JEFFERSON CITY HIGH School is deeply integrated into the local culture, often referred to by the moniker "Jays." The school maintains a long-standing tradition of community involvement and pride, serving a diverse student body from across the city. By balancing rigorous college-preparatory coursework with vocational training and robust school spirit, the institution plays a vital role in shaping the development of the region's youth and contributing to the social fabric of Jefferson City.
For more information, contact JEFFERSON CITY HIGH at (573) 659-3050 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
JEFFERSON CITY, MO 65101-2814
(573) 659-3050
JEFFERSON CITY HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in JEFFERSON CITY, MO with about 2,484 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Missouri
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- JEFFERSON CITY
- Total Students:
- 2,484
- Teachers:
- 174.43
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 2,484 students
- White
- 68.9%
- Black or African American
- 17.4%
- Two or more races
- 6.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.1%
- Asian
- 1.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.4%
- Female
- 48.5%
- Male
- 51.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.