Serving 310 students in grades 6-8, Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High School's student population of 310 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
One Vision. One Focus.
School Rankings
Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1933 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
95%
15%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High School's ranking?
Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High School is ranked #1933 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High School?
310 students attend Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High School?
Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High School offer ?
Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High School part of?
Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High School is part of Jennings School District.
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