Serving 651 students in grades 9-12, Jefferson County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jefferson County High School's student population of 651 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
651 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson County High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2080 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
18%
Black
70%
36%
White
20%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson County High School's ranking?
Jefferson County High School is ranked #2080 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Jefferson County High School often compared to?
Jefferson County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glascock County Middle/high School, Evans High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson County High School?
The graduation rate of Jefferson County High School is 90%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Jefferson County High School?
651 students attend Jefferson County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Jefferson County High School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson County High School?
Jefferson County High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jefferson County High School offer ?
Jefferson County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jefferson County High School part of?
Jefferson County High School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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