Serving 589 students in grades 9-12, South Jefferson High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Jefferson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Jefferson High School's student population of 589 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Rankings
South Jefferson High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Jefferson High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#356 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
3%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
94%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Jefferson High School's ranking?
South Jefferson High School is ranked #356 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Jefferson High School?
The graduation rate of South Jefferson High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend South Jefferson High School?
589 students attend South Jefferson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of South Jefferson High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Jefferson High School?
South Jefferson High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Jefferson High School offer ?
South Jefferson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Jefferson High School part of?
South Jefferson High School is part of South Jefferson Central School District.
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