For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,346 students in 63028, MO.
The top-ranked public high schools in 63028, MO are Festus Sr. High School and Jefferson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 63028 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 63028, MO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Missouri public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 63028 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Festus Sr. 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 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).
Best 63028, MO Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Festus Sr. High School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
501 Westwind Dr
Festus, MO 63028
(636) 937-5410
Festus, MO 63028
(636) 937-5410
Gr: 9-12 | 1,023 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7 Blue Jay Way
Festus, MO 63028
(636) 933-6900
Festus, MO 63028
(636) 933-6900
Gr: 9-12 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 63028, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 63028, MO include Festus Sr. High School and Jefferson High School.
How many public high schools are located in 63028?
2 public high schools are located in 63028.
What is the racial composition of students in 63028?
63028 public high schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).
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