Serving 107 students in grades 6-12, Jefferson High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Jefferson High School's student population of 107 students has grown by 81% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 133% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
107 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 29, 2026
School Rankings
Jefferson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#682 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
75%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson High School's ranking?
Jefferson High School is ranked #682 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Jefferson High School often compared to?
Jefferson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ririe Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson High School?
The graduation rate of Jefferson High School is 50-59%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Jefferson High School?
107 students attend Jefferson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Jefferson High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson High School?
Jefferson High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho 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 Jefferson County Joint School District.
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