Jefferson City, MO
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 39,474 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
Jefferson City is near the center of the state on the Missouri River, 30 miles south of Columbia.
Cultural Attractions
The State Capitol, built in 1917, is a major attraction, offering educational programs on the history, art, and culture of Missouri and Jefferson City.
Recreation
Jefferson City's surrounding area offers several parks with beautiful landscapes, such as Katy Trail or Binder Park, perfect for hiking, or fishing at Binder Park.
Historical
Incorporated in 1825, Jefferson City was designed specifically to serve as the state capital.
Economy
While floods in 1993 hindered development, Jefferson City has remained a successful and thriving community.
| Math score of schools here versus the state average [details] | Higher |
| Reading score of schools here versus the state average[details] | Higher |
| Number of elementary schools | 16 |
| Number of middle schools | 7 |
| Number of high schools | 7 |
| America's Best Colleges in the location itself / within 30 miles / within 50 miles | 0 / 1 / 1 |
High schools ranked by U.S. News
| Name | City/State | Medal | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
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Colleges ranked by U.S. News
| Name | City/State | Rank | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Methodist University | Fayette, MO | Tier 3, Bacc. Coll. (Mid. W) | 934 |
| Columbia College | Columbia, MO | #51, U.-Master's (Mid. W) | 1,227 |
| Stephens College | Columbia, MO | Tier 4, Lib. Arts | 1,050 |
| University of Missouri--Columbia | Columbia, MO | #96, Nat. U. | 28,477 |
| Westminster College | Fulton, MO | Tier 3, Lib. Arts | 972 |
| William Woods University | Fulton, MO | Tier 3, U.-Master's (Mid. W) | 2,216 |
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