Serving 231 students in grades 3-5, Telegraph Intermediate ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 231 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Telegraph Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Telegraph Intermediate's student population of 231 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
231 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Telegraph Intermediate ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Telegraph Intermediate is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#890 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
94%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Telegraph Intermediate's ranking?
Telegraph Intermediate is ranked #890 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Telegraph Intermediate often compared to?
Telegraph Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Festus Elementary School, Plattin Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Telegraph Intermediate?
231 students attend Telegraph Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Telegraph Intermediate students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Telegraph Intermediate?
Telegraph Intermediate has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Telegraph Intermediate offer ?
Telegraph Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Telegraph Intermediate part of?
Telegraph Intermediate is part of Jefferson County R-VII School District.
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