Serving 1,339 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 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Jefferson, GA, encompassing approximately 22.2 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5.8 miles.
- 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 1,339 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,339 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#183 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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 84.4%.
How many students attend Jefferson High School?
1,339 students attend Jefferson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Jefferson High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson High School?
Jefferson High School has a student ration of 17:1, 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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