Serving 2,111 students in grades 9-12, Jefferson High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,111 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jefferson High School's student population of 2,111 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,111 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson High School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3600 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
51%
27%
Black
21%
17%
White
21%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)77%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson High School's ranking?
Jefferson High School is ranked #3600 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Jefferson High School often compared to?
Jefferson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guilford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson High School?
The graduation rate of Jefferson High School is 77%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Jefferson High School?
2,111 students attend Jefferson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Jefferson High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson High School?
Jefferson High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jefferson High School offer ?
Jefferson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jefferson High School part of?
Jefferson High School is part of Rockford SD 205 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Spring Break
March 25, 2024 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break
March 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
No School - Spring Break
March 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
No School - Spring Break
March 28, 2024 (Thursday)
No School - Spring Break
March 29, 2024 (Friday)
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