Serving 427 students in grades 9-12, Jefferson Area Sr 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher 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 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson Area Sr High School's student population of 427 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Mascot
Falcon
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Colors
White, Red
School Rankings
Jefferson Area Sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Area Sr High School is 0.21, which is less 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
#1165 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
89%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Area Sr High School's ranking?
Jefferson Area Sr High School is ranked #1165 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Jefferson Area Sr High School often compared to?
Jefferson Area Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside High School, Edgewood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson Area Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Jefferson Area Sr High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Jefferson Area Sr High School?
427 students attend Jefferson Area Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Jefferson Area Sr High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Area Sr High School?
Jefferson Area Sr High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jefferson Area Sr High School offer ?
Jefferson Area Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Area Sr High School part of?
Jefferson Area Sr High School is part of Jefferson Area Local School District.
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