For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 1,828 students in 65101, MO.
The top ranked public high schools in 65101, MO are Jefferson City High School, Blair Oaks High School and H Kenneth Kirchner School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 65101 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 65101, MO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 65101 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Blair Oaks High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).
Best 65101, MO Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson City High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
609 Union
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3050
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3050
Grades: 9-12
| 1,373 students
Rank: #22.
Blair Oaks High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6124 Falcon Ln
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 635-8514
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 635-8514
Grades: 9-12
| 438 students
Rank: #33.
H Kenneth Kirchner School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1403 Riverside Dr
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 751-7142
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 751-7142
Grades: K-12
| 17 students
Rank: n/an/a
Algoa Correctional Center
Alternative School
8501 No More Victims Rd.
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 751-3911
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 751-3911
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Nichols Career Center
Vocational School
605 Union
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3100
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3100
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Prenger Family Center
Alternative School
400 Stadium Blvd
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 636-5177
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 636-5177
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
65101, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
H Kenneth Kirchner (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1403 Riverside Drive
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 751-7142
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 751-7142
Grades: Inquire with school
| 27 students
501 East Miller St
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3125
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3125
Grades: 9
| 685 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 65101, MO?
The top ranked public high schools in 65101, MO include Jefferson City High School, Blair Oaks High School and H Kenneth Kirchner School.
How many public high schools are located in 65101?
6 public high schools are located in 65101.
What is the racial composition of students in 65101?
65101 public high schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).
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