District Overview
Located in Missouri’s state capital at 315 E Dunklin Street, the Jefferson City School District operates as an active, traditional public school system serving a vibrant small-city community. The district encompasses 18 operational schools across the metropolitan area, delivering a seamless educational continuum that spans from pre-kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. Designed to foster academic growth and community engagement, the district provides accessible pathways for families to connect through its central office and online at www.jcschools.us, standing as a primary cornerstone of public education in the region.

The district serves a student population of nearly 8,500 learners, reflecting a rich cultural tapestry that includes sizable White, Black, multiracial, and Hispanic student communities, alongside Asian, Native American, and Pacific Islander youth. To effectively guide and empower this student body, Jefferson City Schools employs a robust workforce of over 2,900 full-time equivalent staff members. This dedicated workforce is grounded by approximately 1,466 certified teachers and 112 instructional aides, backed by more than 1,340 support staff personnel, ensuring that students receive comprehensive instructional care, specialized learning support, and well-maintained facilities throughout their academic journeys.
18
Total Schools
8,491
Total Students
1,466.3
Full-Time Teachers
5.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for JEFFERSON CITY
Demographic Student Count
White5,096
Hispanic665
Black1,636
Asian171
Two or More891
American Indian21
Pacific Islander11
  • White
    5,096 (60.0%)
  • Black
    1,636 (19.3%)
  • Two or More
    891 (10.5%)
  • Hispanic
    665 (7.8%)
  • Asian
    171 (2.0%)
  • American Indian
    21 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    11 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in JEFFERSON CITY
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary11
Middle2
High4
Other1
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:18
Students:8,491*
Teachers (FTE):1,466.3*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:5.8
Schools in JEFFERSON CITY
Found 18 Schools