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Jefferson Jr./sr. High School

High School · Jefferson Township Local

2701 S Union Rd, Dayton, OH 45417

Enrollment

100

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

5.7

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,217 of 3,441

In Dayton

#36 of 77

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Jefferson Township Local

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Jefferson Jr./sr. High School

5.7/10

High School in Dayton · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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About Jefferson Jr./sr. High School

Jefferson Jr./sr. High School is a public high school in Dayton, OH, part of Jefferson Township Local. Jefferson Jr./sr.

High School serves approximately 100 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Jefferson Jr./sr. High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,217 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Jefferson Jr./sr. High School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with OH schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 100 students, Jefferson Jr./sr. High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Jefferson Jr./sr. High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

55% of students at Jefferson Jr./sr. 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.4Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-31.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
College Readiness7.7Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate69.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,412
Chronic Absenteeism55%

Jefferson Jr./sr. High School — Students at Jefferson Jr./sr. High School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 29.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
24.5%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
20.9%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Jefferson Jr./sr. High School Compares

See how Jefferson Jr./sr. High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
36th percentile in OH
Academic
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Sports
4
2 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
8 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
55.0%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics4sports offered
2 boys'·2 girls'·6 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2701 S Union Rd, Dayton, OH 45417

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jefferson Jr./sr. High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. West Carrollton High School (rated 5.4/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby West Carrollton), with a very similar rating. Another option is Dunbar Early College High School (rated 3.1/10, 4.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Thurgood Marshall High School (rated 2.6/10, 4.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Dayton, see our Dayton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Blairwood Elementary School Dayton 2.5 mi 5.2
Mark Twain Elementary School Miamisburg 4.3 mi 7.7
West Carrollton Middle School West Carrollton 4.0 mi 5.1
West Carrollton Early Childhood Center West Carrollton 4.0 mi 6.5
Kinder Elementary School Miamisburg 4.7 mi 4.4
Roosevelt Elementary School Dayton 4.4 mi 3.8
The International School Dayton 4.5 mi
BETHEL BAPTIST SCHOOL West Carrollton 4.4 mi 6.8
Bear Elementary School Miamisburg 5.0 mi 6.7
Harry Russell Elementary School West Carrollton 4.3 mi 6.4
Thurgood Marshall High School Dayton 4.7 mi 2.6
Wogaman Middle School Dayton 4.4 mi 4.2
CENTER FOR ADOLESCENT SERVICES New Lebanon 4.6 mi
Mound Elementary School Miamisburg 5.3 mi 7.8
Westwood Elementary School Dayton 5.0 mi 6.5
Dunbar Early College High School Dayton 4.6 mi 3.1
Kettering Early Childhood Education Center Dayton 4.5 mi 4.5
Madison Park Elementary Trotwood 5.9 mi 5.8
West Carrollton High School West Carrollton 4.8 mi 5.4
ST BENEDICT THE MOOR CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dayton 5.1 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45417 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$35,027

Median Home Value

$73,000

Median Rent

$861/mo

Population

28,161

College Educated

11.9%

Homeownership

50.7%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

32.8%

Median Age

38.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jefferson Jr./sr. High School

What grades does Jefferson Jr./sr. High School serve?

Jefferson Jr./sr. High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Jefferson Jr./sr. High School?

Jefferson Jr./sr. High School has an enrollment of approximately 100 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Jr./sr. High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Jr./sr. High School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jefferson Jr./sr. High School rank in OH?

Jefferson Jr./sr. High School ranks #2,217 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Jefferson Jr./sr. High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Jefferson Jr./sr. High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Jr./sr. High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jefferson Jr./sr. High School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Jefferson Jr./sr. High School a charter school?

No, Jefferson Jr./sr. High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jefferson Jr./sr. High School a Title I school?

No, Jefferson Jr./sr. High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
100
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
55.0%
4-Year Graduation
69.5%

District

Jefferson Township Local
District Enrollment
254
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,412
District Rank
#1 of 2

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