Serving 345 students in grades 6-8, Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 96% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 96% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School's student population of 345 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
345 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#33 out of 1275 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
12%
Black
40%
31%
White
41%
50%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School's ranking?
Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School is ranked #33 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 96% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School?
345 students attend Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School?
Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School offer ?
Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School part of?
Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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