Serving 279 students in grades 9-12, West Jefferson 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Jefferson High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in West Jefferson, OH, covering approximately 39.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 3.6 miles and the furthest edge located 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Jefferson High School's student population of 279 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
279 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Jefferson 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 West Jefferson High School is 0.10, 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
#1966 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Roughriders
School Mascot
Roughrider
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Jefferson High School's ranking?
West Jefferson High School is ranked #1966 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are West Jefferson High School often compared to?
West Jefferson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like London High School, Madison-plains High School, Jonathan Alder High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Jefferson High School?
The graduation rate of West Jefferson High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend West Jefferson High School?
279 students attend West Jefferson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of West Jefferson High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Jefferson High School?
West Jefferson High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Jefferson High School offer ?
West Jefferson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Jefferson High School part of?
West Jefferson High School is part of Jefferson Local School District.
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