Serving 195 students in grades 9-12, West Jefferson High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Jefferson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
West Jefferson High School's student population of 195 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
195 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Jefferson High School ranks within the top 50% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Jefferson High School is 0.44, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#285 out of 709 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
27%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
70%
74%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Jefferson High School's ranking?
West Jefferson High School is ranked #285 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are West Jefferson High School often compared to?
West Jefferson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ririe Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Jefferson High School?
The graduation rate of West Jefferson High School is 80-89%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend West Jefferson High School?
195 students attend West Jefferson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of West Jefferson High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Jefferson High School?
West Jefferson High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Jefferson High School offer ?
West Jefferson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Jefferson High School part of?
West Jefferson High School is part of West Jefferson School District.
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