Serving 1,637 students in grades 9-12, Jefferson Senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,637 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 34:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 20% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Jefferson Senior High School's student population of 1,637 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,637 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson Senior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Senior High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#260 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
34:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
12%
12%
White
63%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Senior High School's ranking?
Jefferson Senior High School is ranked #260 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Jefferson Senior High School often compared to?
Jefferson Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kennedy Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Jefferson Senior High School is 91%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Jefferson Senior High School?
1,637 students attend Jefferson Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Jefferson Senior High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Senior High School?
Jefferson Senior High School has a student ration of 34:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jefferson Senior High School offer ?
Jefferson Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jefferson Senior High School part of?
Jefferson Senior High School is part of Bloomington Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Jefferson Senior High School located?
Jefferson Senior High School is located in the West Bloomington neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 16 other public schools located in West Bloomington.
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