WEST JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL
West Jefferson High School is a public high school that is part of the Jefferson Local school district, located in West Jefferson, OH with about 338 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 22 teachers, West Jefferson High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.
West Jefferson High School, located at 1 Roughrider Dr. in West Jefferson, Ohio, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the West Jefferson Local School District. As a smaller, community-focused school, it prides itself on fostering a supportive environment where students are encouraged to pursue both academic excellence and personal growth. The school is deeply rooted in the local culture, with a strong emphasis on school spirit—often rallied under their "Roughrider" mascot—and a commitment to maintaining close ties between the faculty, students, and the broader Madison County community.
Academically and extracurricularly, West Jefferson High School offers a diverse array of opportunities designed to prepare students for post-secondary success. The curriculum includes a variety of core academic courses, complemented by elective options and extracurricular activities, ranging from competitive athletics to clubs and arts programs. By prioritizing a well-rounded educational experience, the school aims to equip its students with the skills, character, and community values necessary to succeed in their future endeavors after graduation.
For more information, contact West Jefferson High School at (614) 879-7681 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
West Jefferson, OH 43162-1360
(614) 879-7681
WEST JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in West Jefferson, OH with about 338 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Ohio
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Jefferson Local
- Total Students:
- 338
- Teachers:
- 22.5
- 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 338 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WEST JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 96% of the student body.
- White
- 96.4%
- Two or more races
- 1.5%
- Black or African American
- 0.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 0.6%
- Asian
- 0.6%
- Female
- 47.0%
- Male
- 53.0%
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.