Serving 1,275 students in grades 9-12, Jefferson High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,275 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Jefferson High School's student population of 1,275 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,275 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#183 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
10%
36%
White
75%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson High School's ranking?
Jefferson High School is ranked #183 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Jefferson High School often compared to?
Jefferson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson County High School, Commerce High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson High School?
The graduation rate of Jefferson High School is 96%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Jefferson High School?
1,275 students attend Jefferson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Jefferson High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson High School?
Jefferson High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jefferson High School offer ?
Jefferson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson High School part of?
Jefferson High School is part of Jefferson City School District.
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