Serving 295 students in grades 4-12, Jefferson High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jefferson High School's student population of 295 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#642 out of 3137 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
1%
17%
White
92%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson High School's ranking?
Jefferson High School is ranked #642 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson High School?
The graduation rate of Jefferson High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Jefferson High School?
295 students attend Jefferson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Jefferson High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson High School?
Jefferson High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jefferson High School offer ?
Jefferson High School offers enrollment in grades 4-12
What school district is Jefferson High School part of?
Jefferson High School is part of Delphos City School District.
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