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#1302 of 1,815 schools in CO
Jefferson Junior/senior High School
High School · Jefferson County School District No. R-1
2305 PIERCE STREET, Edgewater, CO 80214
Enrollment
594
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
594
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,302 of 1,815
In Edgewater
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#113 of 140
Jefferson County School District No. R-1
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Jefferson Junior/senior High School
Jefferson Junior/senior High School is a public high school in Edgewater, CO, part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1. Jefferson Junior/senior High School serves approximately 594 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio.
Jefferson Junior/senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,302 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Jefferson Junior/senior High School show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- CO avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Jefferson Junior/senior High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
58% of students at Jefferson Junior/senior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Jefferson Junior/senior High School — Students at Jefferson Junior/senior High School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.
How Jefferson Junior/senior High School Compares
See how Jefferson Junior/senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2305 PIERCE STREET, Edgewater, CO 80214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jefferson Junior/senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Jefferson County Open Secondary (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is BETH JACOB HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Denver), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wheat Ridge High School (rated 6.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Wheat Ridge), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Edgewater, see our Edgewater schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,259
Median Home Value
$519,900
Median Rent
$1,516/mo
Population
26,759
College Educated
39.4%
Homeownership
40.1%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Median Age
35.9
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| Pathways Future Center Thornton, CO | 5.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jefferson Junior/senior High School
What grades does Jefferson Junior/senior High School serve?
Jefferson Junior/senior High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Jefferson Junior/senior High School?
Jefferson Junior/senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 594 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Junior/senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Junior/senior High School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jefferson Junior/senior High School rank in CO?
Jefferson Junior/senior High School ranks #1,302 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Jefferson Junior/senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Jefferson Junior/senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Jefferson Junior/senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jefferson Junior/senior High School has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Jefferson Junior/senior High School a charter school?
No, Jefferson Junior/senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jefferson Junior/senior High School a Title I school?
No, Jefferson Junior/senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jefferson Junior/senior High School?
81.8% of students at Jefferson Junior/senior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 594
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.2%
- Phone
- (303) 982-6056
- 4-Year Graduation
- 82.0%
Resources & Links
District
Jefferson County School District No. R-1- District Enrollment
- 74,251
- Schools in District
- 148
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,483
- District Rank
- #113 of 140
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