JENNINGS JR. HIGH SCHOOL

JENNINGS JR. HIGH is a Title I public middle school that is part of the JENNINGS school district, located in JENNINGS, MO with about 378 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. 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 20 teachers, JENNINGS JR. HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Jennings Junior High School, located at 8831 Cozens in Jennings, Missouri, serves as a key educational facility within the Jennings School District. The school primarily focuses on fostering academic growth and personal development for students in the middle grades. As part of a district dedicated to community-centered education, the school emphasizes a structured learning environment aimed at preparing students for the transition to high school, while addressing the specific social and intellectual needs of adolescents.

The school operates with a focus on equity and student engagement, striving to provide a comprehensive curriculum that includes core subjects alongside extracurricular opportunities. By being situated in the heart of Jennings, the school plays a vital role in the local community, serving as a hub for student activity and neighborhood development. The administration and faculty are committed to supporting the diverse student body by emphasizing character building, academic accountability, and the development of essential life skills required for future success.

For more information, contact JENNINGS JR. HIGH at (314) 653-8150 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.