West Jefferson High School

West Jefferson High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1 Roughrider Dr,  West Jefferson, OH
Jefferson Local School District
3.3
2.0
332 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
David Metz
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Average SAT Score
1110
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
42%
Reading Proficiency
62%
Average GPA
3.6
Graduation Rate
87%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A
Teachers
C+
College Prep
B
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
B+
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.6
Reading Proficiency
62%
Math Proficiency
42%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
22
Full Time Teachers
22
Teachers in First or Second Year
3.7%
College Prep
Average SAT
1110
Math
570
Verbal
540
Average ACT
24
Math
24
English
23
Reading
25
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
1
AP Pass Rate
93.3%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
335:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.4%
Female
46.6%
White
95.3%
Hispanic
3.4%
Two or more races
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Black
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
The Ohio State University 53 Students
Ohio University 37 Students
University of Cincinnati 26 Students
Wright State University 22 Students
Columbus State Community College 22 Students
Otterbein University 21 Students
Miami University 18 Students
University of Kentucky 17 Students
Bowling Green State University 16 Students
Capital University 16 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 18 Students
Business 17 Students
Psychology 12 Students
Engineering 9 Students
Early Childhood Education 8 Students
Pre-Law Studies 6 Students
Environmental Science 6 Students
Accounting 5 Students
Chemistry 5 Students
Communications 4 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.3 70 Reviews
5.0 Sophomore
6/21/2023
Good and supportive teachers that encourage you and help you do your best. A negative are the students, but we're teenagers so it's expected.
5.0 Alum
1/23/2023
I loved my time there. Since it is such a small school, the staff was really able to make more personal relationships with each kid.
5.0 Alum
9/25/2017
West Jefferson High School was a great place to go to high school. It was very small and the atmosphere was amazing (especially on Friday Nights during football season). Everyone knew everyone and therefore I had so many friends. The only thing I would change about the high school is the way they prepare us for college. Because we are a very tiny school we do not get the preparation for college as the larger schools.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.0 3 Reviews
3.0 student
12/22/2023
This school is pretty average for a small town. From what I’ve seen as a student the education is very basic and doesn’t encourage excitement in learning amongst the students. People are nice unless you’re different than them, then you’re made fun of, and the teachers do nothing to stop that. The ed...
1.0 parent
3/17/2023
Some kids are not givin the same fair opportunity as others
2.0 parent
2/26/2014
It's a wonderful school if you like football/cheerleading. Football is a huge money maker. Parents are nice. There have been serious budget cuts that have effected the curriculum. If you are considering sending your children to this school, you should think seriously about it and visit the archives...

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West Jefferson High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in West Jefferson, OH, in the West Jefferson neighborhood, and is served by the Jefferson Local School District in Ohio. The school has a total enrollment of 332 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 42% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 62% are proficient in reading. West Jefferson High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.6, the graduation rate is 87%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1110 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $330,771. Discover additional schools in the area, like Bridge Gate Community School, Shekinah Christian School, Columbus Preparatory Academy, and more. Learn more about what West Jefferson has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near West Jefferson High School.

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