Serving 77 students in grades 6-12, Jefferson High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Jefferson High School's student population of 77 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
77 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson High School ranks within the top 50% of all 707 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson High School is 0.50, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#297 out of 707 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
67%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
79%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson High School's ranking?
Jefferson High School is ranked #297 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson High School?
The graduation rate of Jefferson High School is 50-59%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 79%.
How many students attend Jefferson High School?
77 students attend Jefferson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Jefferson High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson High School?
Jefferson High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jefferson High School offer ?
Jefferson High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Jefferson High School part of?
Jefferson High School is part of Jefferson County Joint School District.
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