JEFFERSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
JEFFERSON SENIOR HIGH is a Title I public high school that is part of the Bloomington Public Schools school district, located in BLOOMINGTON, MN with about 1,651 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 79 teachers, JEFFERSON SENIOR HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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 SENIOR HIGH, located in Bloomington, Minnesota, is a prominent public secondary school serving students in grades 9 through 12. As part of the Bloomington Public Schools district, the institution is known for fostering a comprehensive academic environment that emphasizes both rigorous core curriculum and a diverse array of extracurricular opportunities. The school is widely recognized for its strong commitment to college and career readiness, offering a variety of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, concurrent enrollment options, and specialized career-technical programs designed to prepare students for life after graduation.
Beyond academics, JEFFERSON SENIOR HIGH maintains a vibrant school culture characterized by active student engagement in arts, athletics, and various service-oriented clubs. The school’s facilities support a wide range of extracurricular pursuits, from competitive sports teams to competitive debate, music ensembles, and theater productions. With a focus on community building and inclusivity, the school strives to provide a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to pursue their personal interests while developing the critical thinking and leadership skills necessary for success in an evolving global landscape.
For more information, contact JEFFERSON SENIOR HIGH at (952) 806-7600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
BLOOMINGTON, MN 55437-2699
(952) 806-7600
JEFFERSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in BLOOMINGTON, MN with about 1,651 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Minnesota
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Bloomington Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 1,651
- Teachers:
- 79.42
- 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 school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 1,651 students
- White
- 69.4%
- Black or African American
- 11.0%
- Asian
- 9.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.4%
- Two or more races
- 3.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 49.3%
- Male
- 50.7%
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.