Serving 230 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 42% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). 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 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Telegraph Intermediate's student population of 230 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
230 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Telegraph Intermediate ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Telegraph Intermediate is 0.06, 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
#783 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
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
1%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
97%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Telegraph Intermediate's ranking?
Telegraph Intermediate is ranked #783 out of 2,076 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Telegraph Intermediate?
230 students attend Telegraph Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Telegraph Intermediate students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
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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