Jefferson High School

About Jefferson High School

Jefferson High School is a public high school located in the heart of a small city. It is a comprehensive high school, offering a wide variety of educational opportunities and activities for students. The school is dedicated to providing a safe and supportive learning environment for all students, and it strives to help each student reach their full academic potential.
The faculty at Jefferson High School is comprised of highly qualified and experienced teachers who are committed to helping students succeed. The school provides a wide range of courses and programs, including Advanced Placement classes, honors classes, and career and technical education. The school also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, such as sports, clubs, and music and drama productions.
In addition to its academic offerings, Jefferson High School is committed to developing students’ character and leadership skills. The school has a strong emphasis on community service, and it encourages students to become involved in service projects and volunteer activities.
Jefferson High School is a place where students can explore their interests, develop their talents, and prepare for a successful future.

Address:	6996 Mission St. Daly City, CA 94014
Phone:	(650) 550-7700
Site:	juhsd.net
Grades:	9 – 12
Enrollment:	1,325 students

Overview Jefferson High School

Jefferson High School serves 1,325 students in grades 9-12.
Jefferson High School placed in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Jefferson High School

Jefferson High School is ranked within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Jefferson High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.