Jefferson High School vs Telegraph Intermediate
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 566 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson High School
Festus · Public high · Grades 9–12
300 students
Telegraph Intermediate
Festus · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
230 students
| Measure | Jefferson High School Festus, Missouri | Telegraph Intermediate Festus, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #43 of 497 | #441 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #2644 of 16,910 | #18363 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 300 | 230 |
| Enrollment | 300 | 230 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 19% | 28.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 64.5% | 44% |
| city | Festus | Festus |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.7 vs 59.8).
- •Jefferson High School does better on math proficiency (64.5% vs 44%).
- •Jefferson High School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 54%).
- •Jefferson High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19% vs 28.7%).
- •Jefferson High School does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 14.4).
- •Jefferson High School is the larger school with 300 students compared with 230.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Jefferson High School better than Telegraph Intermediate?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson High School ranks higher (72.7 vs 59.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Jefferson High School and Telegraph Intermediate?
About 566 m in a straight line, between Festus and Festus in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson High School: 300. Telegraph Intermediate: 230. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson High School and Telegraph Intermediate rank in Missouri?
Jefferson High School is 43rd of 497 and Telegraph Intermediate is 441st of 1,159 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).