Jefferson County Schools & Education
Jefferson County, Missouri
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
38/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Lower Signal
Graduation Rate
91.4%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
91.4%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,048
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,334
School Score
38/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 43/100
State Score Position
#80
of 115 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Jefferson County
Measured School Summary
Despite a lower school score of 38/100, Jefferson County maintains a strong graduation rate of 91.4%, suggesting effective student support systems.
Funding Context
At $6,048 per pupil, Jefferson County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 11% below the Missouri average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 0.1 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 5% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Jefferson County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
68 public schools and 12 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
38/100
Lower measured signal. Ranks #80 of 115 Missouri counties with school score data.
Completion
91.4%
0.1 pts above the state average
Funding context
$6,048
$286 below the state average
School coverage
68
12 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
The county-level signal is lower, so review individual schools and local records before interpreting the score. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Jefferson County has 68 public schools across 12 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Jefferson County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Large multi-district county
Jefferson County has many school records across many districts. County averages are only the opening screen; neighborhood-level assignment and grade-band fit matter more here.
State position
#80
of 115 Missouri counties with school score data. The county score is 5 points below the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
FOX C-6
Elementary to high school visible
10,707 students
18 listed schools in this county slice.
NORTHWEST R-I
Elementary to high school visible
5,969 students
10 listed schools in this county slice.
FESTUS R-VI
Elementary to high school visible
3,315 students
4 listed schools in this county slice.
HILLSBORO R-III
Elementary to high school visible
3,289 students
6 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
FOX C-6 is the largest listed district slice, with 18 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Jefferson County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Jefferson County district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
Which charter, magnet, or virtual options require a lottery, application window, separate transportation plan, or address eligibility check?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Jefferson County, Missouri
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Expansive School Infrastructure in Jefferson County
Jefferson County supports 34,779 students through a massive network of 68 public schools. The infrastructure includes 31 elementary schools and 14 high schools distributed across 12 unique school districts. This extensive system makes it one of the largest educational landscapes in the St. Louis metropolitan fringe.
Fox C-6 and Northwest R-I Anchor the Region
Fox C-6 is the county's largest district, serving 10,707 students across 18 separate schools. Northwest R-I also maintains a significant presence with 5,969 students. While traditional districts dominate and no charter schools exist, the Grandview R-II district hosts the Missouri Virtual Academy, which serves 1,738 students statewide.
Suburban Focus with Large High School Campuses
With 39 schools located in suburban locales, the county has a distinct commuter-belt feel. Northwest High and Seckman Senior High are the largest schools, each enrolling over 1,790 students. The average school size is 527 students, offering a balance of high-capacity secondary schools and community-focused primary buildings.
School Overview
Total Schools
68
in Jefferson County
Reported Enrollment
34,779
68 schools reporting
School Districts
12
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
12 School Districts in Jefferson County
FOX C-6
GuideNORTHWEST R-I
GuideFESTUS R-VI
GuideHILLSBORO R-III
WINDSOR C-1
DESOTO 73
GRANDVIEW R-II
DUNKLIN R-V
JEFFERSON CO. R-VII
CRYSTAL CITY 47
68 Public Schools in Jefferson County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 7 high-enrollment schools; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 20 of 68 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTHWEST HIGH | Profile | NORTHWEST R-I | CEDAR HILL, 63016Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 1,841 |
| SECKMAN SR. HIGH | Profile | FOX C-6 | IMPERIAL, 63052Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 1,793 |
| FOX SR. HIGH | Profile | FOX C-6 | ARNOLD, 63010Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 1,742 |
| Missouri Virtual Academy | Profile | GRANDVIEW R-II | HILLSBORO, 63050Rural: Distant | KG–12 | Virtual | 1,738 |
| HILLSBORO HIGH | Profile | HILLSBORO R-III | HILLSBORO, 63050Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 1,121 |
| FESTUS ELEM. | Profile | FESTUS R-VI | FESTUS, 63028Suburb: Large | KG–3 | Primary | 1,039 |
| FESTUS SR. HIGH | Profile | FESTUS R-VI | FESTUS, 63028Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 979 |
| WINDSOR HIGH | Record | WINDSOR C-1 | IMPERIAL, 63052Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 908 |
| DESOTO SR. HIGH | Record | DESOTO 73 | DESOTO, 63020Town: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 848 |
| NORTHWEST VALLEY SCH. | Record | NORTHWEST R-I | HOUSE SPRINGS, 63051Suburb: Large | 6–8 | Middle | 788 |
| FESTUS INTERMEDIATE | Record | FESTUS R-VI | FESTUS, 63028Suburb: Large | 4–6 | Middle | 745 |
| SECKMAN MIDDLE | Record | FOX C-6 | IMPERIAL, 63052Suburb: Large | 6–8 | Middle | 725 |
| PEVELY ELEM. | Record | DUNKLIN R-V | PEVELY, 63070Suburb: Large | KG–5 | Primary | 708 |
| HILLSBORO PRIMARY | Record | HILLSBORO R-III | HILLSBORO, 63050Rural: Fringe | KG–2 | Primary | 670 |
| WINDSOR MIDDLE | Record | WINDSOR C-1 | Imperial, 63052Suburb: Large | 6–8 | Middle | 659 |
| VINELAND ELEM. | Record | DESOTO 73 | DESOTO, 63020Rural: Fringe | KG–6 | Primary | 648 |
| FOX MIDDLE | Record | FOX C-6 | ARNOLD, 63010Suburb: Large | 6–8 | Middle | 632 |
| WINDSOR INTERMEDIATE | Record | WINDSOR C-1 | IMPERIAL, 63052Suburb: Large | 3–5 | Primary | 617 |
| RIDGEWOOD MIDDLE | Record | FOX C-6 | ARNOLD, 63010Suburb: Large | 6–8 | Middle | 616 |
| WOODRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL | Record | NORTHWEST R-I | HIGH RIDGE, 63049Suburb: Large | 6–8 | Middle | 566 |
NORTHWEST HIGH
NORTHWEST R-I
CEDAR HILL, 63016 / Suburb: Large
SECKMAN SR. HIGH
FOX C-6
IMPERIAL, 63052 / Suburb: Large
FOX SR. HIGH
FOX C-6
ARNOLD, 63010 / Suburb: Large
Missouri Virtual Academy
GRANDVIEW R-II
HILLSBORO, 63050 / Rural: Distant
HILLSBORO HIGH
HILLSBORO R-III
HILLSBORO, 63050 / Rural: Fringe
FESTUS ELEM.
FESTUS R-VI
FESTUS, 63028 / Suburb: Large
FESTUS SR. HIGH
FESTUS R-VI
FESTUS, 63028 / Suburb: Large
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$6,048
State avg $6,334
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Schools in Jefferson County, Missouri — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Jefferson County, Missouri?
Jefferson County supports 34,779 students through a massive network of 68 public schools. The infrastructure includes 31 elementary schools and 14 high schools distributed across 12 unique school districts. This extensive system makes it one of the largest educational landscapes in the St. Louis metropolitan fringe.
What are the major school districts in Jefferson County, Missouri?
Fox C-6 is the county's largest district, serving 10,707 students across 18 separate schools. Northwest R-I also maintains a significant presence with 5,969 students. While traditional districts dominate and no charter schools exist, the Grandview R-II district hosts the Missouri Virtual Academy, which serves 1,738 students statewide.
What is the school experience like in Jefferson County?
With 39 schools located in suburban locales, the county has a distinct commuter-belt feel. Northwest High and Seckman Senior High are the largest schools, each enrolling over 1,790 students. The average school size is 527 students, offering a balance of high-capacity secondary schools and community-focused primary buildings.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.