Serving 923 students in grades 9-12, Jeffersontown High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 923 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jeffersontown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jeffersontown High School's student population of 923 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
923 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jeffersontown High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jeffersontown High School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1101 out of 1230 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
37%
11%
White
43%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jeffersontown High School's ranking?
Jeffersontown High School is ranked #1101 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Jeffersontown High School often compared to?
Jeffersontown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jeffersontown High School?
The graduation rate of Jeffersontown High School is 83%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Jeffersontown High School?
923 students attend Jeffersontown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Jeffersontown High School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jeffersontown High School?
Jeffersontown High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jeffersontown High School offer ?
Jeffersontown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jeffersontown High School part of?
Jeffersontown High School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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