Jefferson High School

Jefferson High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1801 S 18th St,  Lafayette, IN
Lafayette School Corporation
3.9
4.8
2,034 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mark Preston
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1130
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
23%
Reading Proficiency
41%
Average GPA
3.36
Graduation Rate
87%

Niche Grade

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

Niche grades and rankings are calculated using dozens of public data sets and millions of reviews. Niche data scientists and user researchers rigorously analyze data and user opinions to assess the key aspects of K-12 Schools, Colleges, and Places to Live. Every month, millions of students and families use the Niche grades and report cards to find the right school or neighborhood.

Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.36
Reading Proficiency
41%
Math Proficiency
23%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
146
Full Time Teachers
146
Teachers in First or Second Year
9.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1130
Math
560
Verbal
570
Average ACT
23
Math
22
English
23
Reading
24
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
7
AP Pass Rate
67.1%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
344:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.9%
Female
49.1%
White
42.3%
Hispanic
32.2%
Black
19%
Two or more races
5.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#22 Most Diverse Public HS in Indiana
Source: Niche

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.
Purdue University 484 Students
Indiana University - Bloomington 325 Students
Ball State University 284 Students
Indiana University Indianapolis 211 Students
Indiana State University 147 Students
Ivy Tech Community College - Lafayette 145 Students
University of Indianapolis 140 Students
Butler University 111 Students
Michigan State University 76 Students
Ivy Tech Community College 65 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 92 Students
Business 78 Students
Psychology 73 Students
Biology 44 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 36 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 34 Students
Education 30 Students
Criminology 29 Students
Computer Science 28 Students
Elementary Education 28 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 278 Reviews
3.0 Senior
2/23/2025
Jefferson High School is a great school overall, just some of the faculty members need to seriously get in check with how they're treating students. They have this stigma against certain students which needs to seriously be looked into.
4.0 Senior
2/17/2025
I do track and field, cross country, and orchestra there and just having all of those in one place is fantastic and a really good opportunity to join clubs or even join a class that you normally wouldn't join. Everything there is really solid and they can provide everything needed but sometimes with a small fee.
5.0 Senior
2/17/2025
There are always some bad apples, but a vast majority of teachers are amazing and really want us to learn. The variety of electives is great as well, from the arts to sports to cooking, there is something for everyone. These four years have been some of the best years in school I've ever had.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.8 6 Reviews
5.0 parent
2/11/2023
City schools I guess. Not to mention I know lots of 'hood people' that went to Jeff High School. But, they're all my best good people no matter what anyone says about the city school environment.
5.0 parent
6/1/2017
Wonderful staff who care about the students and help them achieve their full potential.
5.0 parent
9/20/2015
My children have both benefitted tremendously from the excellent education they received/ are receiving from Jefferson High School. This school has amazing programs, extremely dedicated and caring teachers, and a diverse population that enables kids to grow up respecting and embracing differences. J...
5.0 student
3/26/2013
This school rocks! as a junior ive seen the school change alot over the years, and i cant say every change has been a positive one but every change has had a root cause of the younger students being highly disrespectful and idiotic. Id recomend this school to anyone whos focus is academics and sport...

Agents Specializing in Attendance Zone

See All Agents

Map

Attendance Zone

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Additional Schools in the Area

Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools
Choice Schools

Choice schools may not serve this home. Please check the school district website to see all schools serving this home.

Jefferson High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Lafayette, IN and is served by the Lafayette School Corporation in Indiana. The school has a total enrollment of 2,034 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 23% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 41% are proficient in reading. Jefferson High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.36, the graduation rate is 87%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1130 and an ACT score of 23. Discover additional schools in the area, like Oakland High School, Central Catholic Jr. - Sr. High School, Excel Center - Lafayette, and more. Learn more about what Lafayette has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Jefferson High School.

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.