Joplin Schools has been named one of America's Best-in-State Employers for 2025 by Forbes! 

Out of 75 businesses recognized for this achievement in the state of Missouri, Joplin Schools ranked #30, and is joined by only three other K-12 education institutions on the list for the entire state. According to the article on Forbes.com, the list was compiled through research surveys of employees who work for companies with at least 500 staff members. The surveys asked respondents to “evaluate their workplace based on criteria including wage parity, work culture, paths to professional advancement,” and more. Using these responses plus survey data from the past three years, the state rankings were finalized.

“This is a wonderful honor for every staff member in Joplin Schools,” said district superintendent Dr. Kerry Sachetta. “We have been intentional about cultivating great teams here, and we can see the impacts of that in student success and staff pride. When our teams are supported and valued by their colleagues, we know it makes a difference for our staff, our students, and ultimately, our community. It’s nice to see that commitment recognized on a state and even national level.”

We are so proud to have been recognized in this way! Joplin Schools employs a phenomenally dedicated group of teachers, support staff, and administrators who embody everything it means to be an Eagle: highly skilled, endlessly helpful, and team-oriented every day. Thank you for making Joplin Schools such a great place to work and learn! 

In Joplin Schools, we are One Team with One Vision, and we go All In, Every Day to keep Learning Today for a Better Tomorrow.

For more information about how the list was created and which employers were ranked, visit the full list here.