Serving 759 students in grades 3-5, Jefferson Hills Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 759 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Hills Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jefferson Hills Intermediate School's student population of 759 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
759 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson Hills Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Hills Intermediate School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#295 out of 2549 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
85%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Hills Intermediate School's ranking?
Jefferson Hills Intermediate School is ranked #295 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Hills Intermediate School?
759 students attend Jefferson Hills Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Jefferson Hills Intermediate School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Hills Intermediate School?
Jefferson Hills Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jefferson Hills Intermediate School offer ?
Jefferson Hills Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Hills Intermediate School part of?
Jefferson Hills Intermediate School is part of West Jefferson Hills SD School District.
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