For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,628 students in 65101, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 65101, MO are Blair Oaks Elementary School, Blair Oaks Intermediate and Blair Oaks Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 65101 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 65101, MO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 65101, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Blair Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
6124 Falcon Ln
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 634-2808
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 634-2808
Gr: PK-2 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Blair Oaks Intermediate
(Math: 67% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6124 Falcon Lane
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 635-6864
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 635-6864
Gr: 3-5 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Blair Oaks Middle School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6124 Falcon Ln
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 634-2053
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 634-2053
Gr: 6-8 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
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
Gr: K-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #55.
Lewis And Clark Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
325 Lewis And Clark Dr
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3200
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3200
Gr: 6-8 | 966 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #66.
East Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1229 E Mccarty
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3165
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3165
Gr: K-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #77.
Thorpe J. Gordon Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1101 Jackson
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3170
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3170
Gr: K-5 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #88.
Moreau Heights Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1410 Hough Park
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3180
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 659-3180
Gr: K-5 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 65101, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 65101, MO include Blair Oaks Elementary School, Blair Oaks Intermediate and Blair Oaks Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 65101?
8 public elementary schools are located in 65101.
What is the racial composition of students in 65101?
65101 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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