Delphos Jefferson High School, is a public high school in Delphos, Ohio, United States. It is the only high school in the Delphos City School District and serves students in grades 9–12 living in the city of Delphos and parts of neighboring Washington, Marion, and Jennings Townships.
Serving 265 students in grades 6-12, Jefferson High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Delphos school district, covering approximately 53.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson High School's student population of 265 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
265 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence Today; Success Tomorrow; One Student at a Time
School Rankings
Jefferson High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1295 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
17%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson High School's ranking?
Jefferson High School is ranked #1295 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson High School?
The graduation rate of Jefferson High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Jefferson High School?
265 students attend Jefferson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Jefferson High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson High School?
Jefferson High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jefferson High School offer ?
Jefferson High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson High School part of?
Jefferson High School is part of Delphos City School District.
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