Serving 122 students in grades 9-12, Jefferson Virtual High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Virtual High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jefferson Virtual High School's student population of 122 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Jefferson Virtual High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Virtual High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#478 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
15%
11%
Black
40%
41%
White
29%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Virtual High School's ranking?
Jefferson Virtual High School is ranked #478 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson Virtual High School?
The graduation rate of Jefferson Virtual High School is 80%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Jefferson Virtual High School?
122 students attend Jefferson Virtual High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Jefferson Virtual High School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Virtual High School?
Jefferson Virtual High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jefferson Virtual High School offer ?
Jefferson Virtual High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jefferson Virtual High School part of?
Jefferson Virtual High School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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