Jefferson High School

Jefferson High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
575 Washington St,  Jefferson, GA
Jefferson City Schools
3.8
4.3
1,275 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Brian Moore
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1200
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
71%
Reading Proficiency
59%
Average GPA
3.59
Graduation Rate
96%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A
Teachers
B
College Prep
B
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
B-
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.59
Reading Proficiency
59%
Math Proficiency
71%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
78
Full Time Teachers
78
Teachers in First or Second Year
1.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1200
Math
600
Verbal
600
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
26
Reading
27
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
9
AP Pass Rate
69.9%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

8
Test Scores
7
Equity
9
College Readiness
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
288:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.9%
Female
49.1%
White
76.9%
Hispanic
8.5%
Black
8.5%
Two or more races
3.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.3%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Georgia 409 Students
University of North Georgia 306 Students
Georgia State University 135 Students
Georgia Southern University 133 Students
Kennesaw State University 130 Students
Georgia College & State University 129 Students
Emory University 90 Students
Georgia Institute of Technology 88 Students
Mercer University 76 Students
Berry College 75 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 100 Students
Biology 88 Students
Business 84 Students
Psychology 61 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 36 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 35 Students
Computer Science 34 Students
Political Science and Government 28 Students
Small Business Management 25 Students
Marketing 24 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 169 Reviews
5.0 Junior
4/18/2025
I have enjoyed my time here as a student at Jefferson High School. It is one of the best public schools in the region. I think we have excellent sports and extracurricular programs for all types of people and take pride in those activities. Though, I think the school could challenge us more in our academics.
5.0 Senior
3/27/2023
I like the way Jefferson sets their students up for success. The school has career pathways students can choose to take depending on what career they are interested in. I have taken the Business Pathway and it has helped me decide to open my own small business in the future.
4.0 Junior
1/18/2023
In 2019 I moved to Jefferson from a 5A school that was very large and not personable at all. Once I moved to Jefferson It really opened my eyes to a "small town" community. Everyone in Jefferson was beyond welcoming and made every step of the way so easy for me. The teachers go above and beyond to make a connection with everyone of their students and I have been more than pleased. There isn't much that I would say that I would change about this school. I am currently an enrolled Junior at this school and the ONLY thing "bad" I have to say is the afternoon parking. It can be a nightmare sometimes but it is manageable. That would be my only "complaint". Other than that Jefferson High School is great and I would start over and go here all over again.
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4.3 7 Reviews
5.0 other
5/27/2025
I cannot say enough good about Jefferson City Schools! Both of my children were students K-12, graduating from JHS. They were involved in so many terrific classes and activities....Band was the main activity for both of them....concert band and marching band all through middle and high school! Great...
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5.0 parent
3/2/2019
Best school in North Georgia by far. We moved here from Hall County 2 years ago and our daughter has increasingly impressive results every year. Strong work ethic, great teachers, fantastic facilities. The negative review from November is particularly laughable, almost all the teachers and people he...
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5.0 parent
8/15/2017
Excellent . The staff and teachers are approachable . We are kept informed about and the teachers will work with you or answer any concerns you may have about your student's progress. There are many extra curricular activities for the interests of all students.
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5.0 parent
5/1/2014
I moved my three kids 4th, 6th, 8th from one of Gwinnett county's best school systems. Jefferson City Schools has exceeded my expectations. The academics are better than brookwood and JCS offers more athletic and social activities. My three kids miss their friends but love the new schools.
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Jefferson High School

Jefferson High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Jefferson, GA, in the Jefferson neighborhood, and is served by the Jefferson City Schools in Georgia. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,275 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 71% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 59% are proficient in reading. Jefferson High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.59, the graduation rate is 96%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1200 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $449,148. Discover additional schools in the area, like Jackson County High School, Jefferson Middle School, Jefferson Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Jefferson has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Jefferson High School.

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