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Spencer, TN vs Jefferson City, MO

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Highlights
- Jefferson City spends 52.5% more per student than Spencer.
- The Student Teacher Ratio is 12.3% lower in Jefferson City than in Spencer. (lower means fewer students in each classroom).
- Jefferson City had 24.9% more residents who had graduated High School compared to Spencer
 Spencer, TNJefferson City, MOUnited States
 Expend. per Student  Unlock$18,499$15,905
 Educ. Expend. per Student$11,163  Unlock$13,142
 Instr. Expend. per Student  Unlock$6,519$7,999
 Pupil/Teacher Ratio13.46  Unlock16.23
 Students per Librarian  Unlock5534573
 Students per Counselor377  Unlock530
 Grade School Educ.  Unlock1.7%4.8%
 Some High School Educ.15.3%  Unlock6.3%
 High School Educ.  Unlock90.6%88.9%
 Some College Educ.7.9%  Unlock20.0%
 2 yr College Grad.  Unlock6.2%8.7%
 4 yr College Grad.4.6%  Unlock33.7%
 Masters Grad.  Unlock9.2%9.3%
 Professional Degree0.3%  Unlock2.2%
 Doctorate Degree  Unlock0.8%1.5%
Reviews for Spencer    2 Reviews

This is the best place to live in Tennessee and in the U.S. beautiful and very private friendly people and a great place to start a business. Check it out  More

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There are several RV Parks and Campgrounds near Spencer, Tenn. There is one that is just outside of the Spencer, Tennessee city limits. It has lots to offer. It is a  More

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Reviews for Jefferson City    7 Reviews

Over 9 years ago

Oh Jeff City is nice to look at, but absolutely nothing to do unless you're a drunk. Nightlife consists of a few dive bars and Walmart. If you want culture, see a real  More

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Over 11 years ago

I have lived here for 28 years and its the dullest place to live. Nothing exciting happens and there is nothing to do.. The only activities are Go to a movie, a bar, or  More

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Jefferson City is a nice community. Although crime is everywhere, it has picked up bc of some drugs that have moved in the area. Our police have been working diligently  More

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