Jefferson County High School is a public high school located in Louisville, Georgia, United States. The school is part of the Jefferson County School District, which serves Jefferson County.
Serving 632 students in grades 9-12, Jefferson County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jefferson County High School's student population of 632 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
632 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Inspiration, Innovation, Imagination, and Collaboration are the Expectation
School Rankings
Jefferson County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson County High School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2047 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
69%
36%
White
19%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warrior
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson County High School's ranking?
Jefferson County High School is ranked #2047 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Jefferson County High School often compared to?
Jefferson County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glascock County Middle/high School, Evans High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson County High School?
The graduation rate of Jefferson County High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Jefferson County High School?
632 students attend Jefferson County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Jefferson County High School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson County High School?
Jefferson County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jefferson County High School offer ?
Jefferson County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson County High School part of?
Jefferson County High School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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