JEFFERSON FOREST HIGH SCHOOL
Jefferson Forest High is a public high school that is part of the Bedford County Public Schools school district, located in Forest, VA with about 1,387 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 83 teachers, Jefferson Forest High has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 Forest High School, located in the suburban community of Forest, Virginia, serves as a cornerstone of the Bedford County Public Schools system. Known for its strong academic focus and vibrant extracurricular culture, the school is home to the "Cavaliers." It provides a comprehensive educational experience that balances rigorous college-preparatory coursework with a wide array of career and technical education opportunities, aiming to prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce.
Beyond the classroom, Jefferson Forest is widely recognized for its robust athletics program and active student life, fostering a tight-knit community spirit that engages both students and local residents. The school prides itself on maintaining high standards of achievement and sportsmanship, consistently performing well in regional competitions. Its location at 1 Cavalier Circle reflects its central role in the Forest community, serving as a hub for student development, community events, and academic excellence within the region.
For more information, contact Jefferson Forest High at (434) 525-2674 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Forest, VA 24551
(434) 525-2674
JEFFERSON FOREST HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Forest, VA with about 1,387 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Bedford County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 1,387
- Teachers:
- 83.36
- 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:
- Supplemental 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 1,387 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending JEFFERSON FOREST HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 84% of the student body.
- White
- 83.6%
- Black or African American
- 5.6%
- Asian
- 4.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.3%
- Two or more races
- 2.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 47.4%
- Male
- 52.6%
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.