JEFFERSON COLLEGE

High School 10th - 12th

School Overview

Jefferson College, located in Hillsboro, Missouri, is a public two-year community college that serves as a primary hub for higher education and workforce development in Jefferson County. Established in 1963, the institution offers a wide array of associate degrees and professional certificates, focusing on both university-transfer preparation and technical training. With a commitment to affordability and accessibility, the college serves a diverse student body, ranging from traditional high school graduates to working adults seeking career advancement or skill refinement.

The college’s 1000 Viking Drive campus features comprehensive facilities, including modern classrooms, specialized laboratories for health and technology programs, and various support services designed to foster student success. Beyond its academic mission, Jefferson College acts as a significant resource for the local community, hosting cultural events, athletic programs, and collaborative partnerships with local businesses. By maintaining a strong emphasis on personalized instruction and community engagement, the college plays a vital role in the economic and educational landscape of the region.

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Total Students

20.5

Full-Time Teachers

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Student/Teacher Ratio

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Free/Reduced Lunch

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Career and Technical School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	Yes
District:	JEFFERSON COLLEGE
Phone:	(636)789-3000
Grade Range:	10th - 12th
Total Students:	N/A
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	20.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	N/A
NSLP Participation:¹	No
Qualified Free Lunch:	N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	N/A

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

10th

11th

12th