JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL
Jefferson Township High School is a public high school that is part of the Jefferson Township Public School District school district, located in OAK RIDGE, NJ with about 967 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 84 teachers, Jefferson Township High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 Township High School, located in Oak Ridge, New Jersey, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Jefferson Township Public School District. The school is known for fostering a comprehensive academic environment that emphasizes college and career readiness, offering a broad curriculum that includes advanced placement (AP) courses, honors programs, and a variety of elective tracks. Beyond academics, the high school places a strong value on student engagement, providing a diverse array of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and numerous student-run clubs that cater to a wide range of interests.
The school community is characterized by its commitment to student growth, personal development, and a supportive campus culture. By balancing rigorous educational standards with opportunities for social and emotional learning, Jefferson Township High School aims to prepare its students for the challenges of higher education and professional life. Located in a suburban setting, the school plays a central role in the local community, often hosting events and fostering partnerships that bridge the gap between the classroom and the greater township area.
For more information, contact Jefferson Township High School at (973) 697-3535 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
OAK RIDGE, NJ 07438-9511
(973) 697-3535
JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in OAK RIDGE, NJ with about 967 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New Jersey
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 967
- Teachers:
- 84.8
- 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
- Not a Title I 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 967 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 84% of the student body.
- White
- 84.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 9.2%
- Asian
- 4.1%
- Black or African American
- 1.7%
- Two or more races
- 1.0%
- Female
- 49.0%
- Male
- 51.0%
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.