Serving 57 students in grades 9-12, Jefferson Preparatory High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Jefferson Preparatory High School's student population of 57 students has declined by 72% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
57 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson Preparatory High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Preparatory High School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#95 out of 1956 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
16%
3%
Hispanic
14%
47%
Black
7%
6%
White
58%
35%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Preparatory High School's ranking?
Jefferson Preparatory High School is ranked #95 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Jefferson Preparatory High School often compared to?
Jefferson Preparatory High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson Preparatory High School?
The graduation rate of Jefferson Preparatory High School is 80%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Jefferson Preparatory High School?
57 students attend Jefferson Preparatory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Jefferson Preparatory High School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Jefferson Preparatory High School offer ?
Jefferson Preparatory High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jefferson Preparatory High School part of?
Jefferson Preparatory High School is part of Choice Academies Inc. (90138) School District.
In what neighborhood is Jefferson Preparatory High School located?
Jefferson Preparatory High School is located in the Deer Valley neighborhood of Glendale, AZ. There are 12 other public schools located in Deer Valley.
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