Joplin, Missouri
Will JOPLIN SCHOOLS have a snow day?
Chance of a snow day
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How much snow it takes here
Jasper County averages 9.1 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 36.6°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 2 inches of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute.
Where to check for an official closing
Only JOPLIN SCHOOLS can close its schools. Districts usually post closings and delays on their website and social media, send texts, emails or robocalls to families, and report them to local TV and radio stations, often by 5:30 or 6 a.m. The district office's number is (417)625-5200.
District facts
| Students | 7,694 |
| Schools | 16 |
| Teachers | 577 |
| Grades | Pre-K to 12 |
| Area type | City |
| County | Jasper County, MO |
| District office | 825 S Pearl St, Joplin |
| Phone | (417)625-5200 |
From the U.S. Department of Education's Common Core of Data (2022–23 school year).
Nearby districts
- AVILLA R-XIII Avilla
- CARL JUNCTION R-I Carl Junction
- CARTHAGE R-IX Carthage
- JASPER CO. R-V Jasper
- SARCOXIE R-II Sarcoxie
- WEBB CITY R-VII Webb City
- DIAMOND R-IV Diamond
- WESTVIEW C-6 Neosho
Forecast details: National Weather Service SGF office, point forecast for Joplin. How we calculate the chance.