Serving 270 students in grades 7-12, Jeffers High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jeffers High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Painesdale, MI, covering approximately 83.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 11.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 19.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jeffers High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Jeffers High School's student population of 270 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
270 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Jeffers High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jeffers High School is 0.06, 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
#902 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2006–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2002–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
97%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jeffers High School's ranking?
Jeffers High School is ranked #902 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jeffers High School?
The graduation rate of Jeffers High School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Jeffers High School?
270 students attend Jeffers High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Jeffers High School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jeffers High School?
Jeffers High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Jeffers High School offer ?
Jeffers High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jeffers High School part of?
Jeffers High School is part of Adams Township School District.
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