JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL

Jefferson High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Lafayette School Corporation school district, located in Lafayette, IN with about 1,983 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 136 teachers, Jefferson High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Jefferson High School, located at 1801 S 18th St in Lafayette, Indiana, serves as the primary public high school for the Lafayette School Corporation. As a large, comprehensive institution, it offers a diverse academic curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit opportunities, and a variety of career and technical education programs. The school is known for its strong emphasis on preparing students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to enter the workforce, the military, or higher education institutions.

Beyond academics, Jefferson High School maintains a vibrant campus culture featuring a wide array of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and numerous student-led clubs. The school’s facilities and programs are designed to foster an inclusive environment that supports the academic, social, and emotional development of its student body. As a pillar of the Lafayette community, "Jeff" reflects the city's commitment to public education and community engagement, serving as a hub for both educational attainment and local school spirit.

For more information, contact Jefferson High School at (765) 772-4700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1801 S 18th St
Lafayette, IN 47905-2095
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JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Lafayette, IN with about 1,983 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Indiana

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,983
Teachers:
136.77
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,983 students

White
51.0%
Hispanic/Latino
28.9%
Black or African American
13.8%
Two or more races
4.8%
Asian
1.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
49.4%
Male
50.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.