Serving 509 students in grades 8, Jefferson Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 8
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson Junior High School's student population of 509 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2025
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Every Student Matters. Every Moment Counts.
School Rankings
Jefferson Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Junior High School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2401 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
13%
17%
White
60%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Junior High School's ranking?
Jefferson Junior High School is ranked #2401 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Jefferson Junior High School often compared to?
Jefferson Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwood High School, Sylvania Timberstone Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Junior High School?
509 students attend Jefferson Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Jefferson Junior High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Junior High School?
Jefferson Junior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jefferson Junior High School offer ?
Jefferson Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Junior High School part of?
Jefferson Junior High School is part of Washington Local School District.
In what neighborhood is Jefferson Junior High School located?
Jefferson Junior High School is located in the Whitmer Trilby neighborhood of Toledo, OH. There are 7 other public schools located in Whitmer Trilby.
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