Jeffersontown High

9600 Old Six Mile Lane
Jeffersontown, KY 40299

943 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Jeffersontown High School, located in the heart of Jeffersontown, Kentucky, is a prominent secondary institution within the Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) district. Serving a diverse student body, the school is known for its commitment to academic growth, extracurricular engagement, and fostering a strong sense of community spirit. The campus serves as a central hub for students in the eastern part of the county, offering a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare graduates for both higher education and the modern workforce.

Beyond its core academic programs, Jeffersontown High is well-regarded for its active participation in athletics, arts, and various career-oriented student organizations. The school places a significant emphasis on creating an inclusive environment where students are encouraged to explore their interests and develop leadership skills. By bridging traditional classroom instruction with real-world applications and community-focused initiatives, Jeffersontown High strives to equip its students with the tools necessary to succeed as responsible and productive citizens.

943

Total Students

64.4

Full-Time Teachers

14.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

83.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Jeffersontown High
Demographic	Student Count
White	376
Hispanic	128
Black	351
Asian	27
Two or More	59
American Indian	2

White
376 (39.9 %)
Black
351 (37.2 %)
Hispanic
128 (13.6 %)
Two or More
59 (6.3 %)
Asian
27 (2.9 %)
American Indian
2 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Jefferson County
Phone:	(502)485-8275
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	943
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	64.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	743
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	43

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 288

Grade 10 278

Grade 11 207

Grade 12 163

Ungraded 7

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Jeffersontown High
Grade	Student Count
Grade 9	288
Grade 10	278
Grade 11	207
Grade 12	163
Ungraded	7

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Jeffersontown High
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	451	47.8%
Male	492	52.2%

Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)