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Jefferson High School

Summary:

Jefferson High School is a public high school located in Newport, Michigan, serving grades 9-12 with a student population of 462. The school is part of the Jefferson Schools (Monroe) district, which is ranked 312 out of 610 districts in Michigan and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.

While Jefferson High School has a significantly higher percentage of white students (92.64%) compared to the state average and nearby schools like Flat Rock Community High School and Oscar A Carlson High School, it has faced several challenges. The school's 4-year graduation rate has fluctuated, ranging from a high of 91.9% in 2021-2022 to a low of 77.3% in 2020-2021, which is lower than the state average and nearby high-performing schools. Additionally, Jefferson High School has experienced an increasing dropout rate, rising from 4.6% in 2018-2019 to 9.0% in 2022-2023, significantly higher than the rates at Flat Rock Community High School (2.4%) and Oscar A Carlson High School (1.0%).

Another area of concern is the school's chronic absenteeism, which has seen a concerning increase from 23.0% in 2018-2019 to 40.7% in 2022-2023, much higher than the state average and the rates of nearby schools like Flat Rock Community High School (37.5%) and Oscar A Carlson High School (27.5%). Additionally, Jefferson High School's test scores, particularly in mathematics, are lower than the state averages and the scores of nearby high-performing schools like Monroe County Middle College. These challenges may be influenced by the school's relatively high percentage of students from low socioeconomic backgrounds, with 47.62% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch in 2022-2023, higher than the rates at nearby schools.


Detail:

Public 9-12

 5707 Williams Rd
       Newport, MI  48166-9500

(734) 322-2201

District: Jefferson Schools (Monroe)

SchoolDigger Rank:
302nd of 743 Michigan High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $13,993 Help


Feeder schools for Jefferson High School:

Elementary:    North Elementary School
    Sodt Elementary School
Middle:    Jefferson Middle School

Student/teacher ratio:  20.3 Help
Number of students:  431

Racial breakdown:

White:
92.6%
Two or more races:
3.0%
Hispanic:
2.1%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  50.8% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Jefferson High School ranks better than 59.4% of high schools in Michigan. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 55.17. (See more...)
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The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Jefferson High School who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.
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The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (92.6%), two or more races (3%), Hispanic (2.1%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 50.8% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Jefferson High School is 20.3. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Jefferson High School is $13,993.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Jefferson High School:

SchoolDigger ranks Jefferson High School 302nd of 743 Michigan public high schools. (See Jefferson High School in the ranking list.)

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Jefferson Schools (Monroe):

SchoolDigger ranks Jefferson Schools (Monroe) 312th of 610 Michigan school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Jefferson High School

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Rank History for all students at Jefferson High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 61.65 322nd 705 54.3%
2007 64.44 318th 767 58.5%
2008 58.77 394th 750 47.5%
2009 56.10 421st 754 44.2%
2010 62.77 375th 765 51.0%
2011 56.25 443rd 784 43.5%
2012 58.54 359th 773 53.6%
2013 53.80 400th 805 50.3%
2014 56.11 374th 799 53.2%
2015 22.64 637th 832 23.4%
2016 44.29 456th 852 46.5%
2017 43.18 437th 835 47.7%
2018 52.17 395th 824 52.1%
2019 36.57 429th 666 35.6%
2021 46.89 279th 561 50.3%
2022 33.85 397th 531 25.2%
2023 37.49 449th 735 38.9%
2024 55.17 302nd 743 59.4%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Jefferson High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 61.12 74th 315 76.5%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Jefferson High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 35.82 478th 755 36.7%
2019 31.18 399th 532 25.0%
2021 31.40 305th 417 26.9%
2022 15.68 345th 369 6.5%
2023 32.24 436th 614 29.0%
2024 44.15 341st 654 47.9%
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Rank History for Female students at Jefferson High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 44.76 390th 710 45.1%
2019 43.95 309th 554 44.2%
2021 36.30 302nd 462 34.6%
2022 22.92 373rd 416 10.3%
2023 15.55 523rd 611 14.4%
2024 66.41 168th 619 72.9%
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Rank History for Male students at Jefferson High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 48.64 360th 707 49.1%
2019 19.85 451st 543 16.9%
2021 44.82 250th 472 47.0%
2022 35.16 311th 440 29.3%
2023 47.13 314th 611 48.6%
2024 34.36 415th 633 34.4%
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Rank History for White students at Jefferson High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 40.57 431st 708 39.1%
2019 25.41 452nd 582 22.3%
2021 35.94 337th 516 34.7%
2022 22.80 422nd 492 14.2%
2023 29.71 456th 647 29.5%
2024 50.48 294th 638 53.9%
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Data source: test scores: Michigan Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Michigan Department of Education

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by a student
Sunday, January 26, 2020

Open Quote You let everyone bully and degrade your lgbt students because of something they can't control, the lunch sucks, teachers suck, administration sucks, I hate jefferson. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Jefferson High School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 873 3 5 4 0 n/a n/a 0 885
1989 821 1 3 7 30 n/a n/a 0 862
1990 793 1 1 3 0 n/a n/a -1 797
1991 754 0 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 756
1992 748 2 0 5 0 n/a n/a 0 755
1993 780 1 0 9 0 n/a n/a 0 790
1994 780 1 0 9 0 n/a n/a 0 790
1995 816 3 2 15 0 n/a n/a 0 836
1996 816 3 2 15 0 n/a n/a 0 836
1997 900 3 2 6 3 n/a n/a 0 914
1998 903 0 1 5 6 n/a n/a -30 885
1999 882 1 1 12 12 n/a n/a 0 908
2000 883 3 1 8 12 n/a n/a 62 969
2001 881 1 1 13 12 n/a n/a 0 908
2002 876 3 2 15 4 n/a n/a 0 900
2003 876 3 2 15 4 n/a n/a 0 900
2004 814 6 1 14 6 n/a n/a 0 841
2005 813 4 2 14 8 n/a n/a 0 841
2006 789 3 1 13 8 n/a n/a 5 819
2007 762 4 1 7 5 n/a n/a 13 792
2008 726 4 n/a 20 13 n/a n/a 0 763
2009 700 3 2 16 13 n/a n/a 0 734
2010 701 5 4 24 10 n/a n/a 0 744
2011 666 5 5 24 9 0 0 0 709
2012 669 8 5 22 4 0 0 0 708
2013 625 9 3 25 4 0 0 0 666
2014 610 7 4 27 5 0 0 0 653
2015 634 10 3 27 2 0 0 0 676
2016 615 8 5 22 1 0 0 0 651
2017 585 7 6 14 0 0 1 0 613
2018 563 8 5 13 0 0 1 0 590
2019 511 6 6 15 0 0 7 0 545
2020 518 6 3 20 1 0 11 0 559
2021 487 2 5 19 2 0 13 0 528
2022 450 2 5 18 1 0 14 0 490
2023 428 1 4 10 2 0 17 0 462
2024 399 1 5 9 4 0 13 0 431

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Jefferson High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 885 n/a n/a n/a
1989 862 n/a n/a 7.2
1990 797 61.0 13.0 5.6
1991 756 n/a n/a n/a
1992 755 n/a n/a 5.8
1993 790 n/a 0.0 8.9
1994 790 51.8 15.3 5.1
1995 836 50.4 16.6 4.3
1996 836 50.4 16.6 4.3
1997 914 55.0 16.6 3.6
1998 885 60.0 14.8 7.8
1999 908 56.0 16.2 7.7
2000 969 62.0 14.6 9.8
2001 908 54.0 16.8 10.1
2002 900 55.5 16.2 16.2
2003 900 55.5 16.2 16.2
2004 841 48.5 17.3 13.2
2005 841 43.8 19.2 28.9
2006 819 39.8 20.6 20.6
2007 792 34.9 22.7 20.4
2008 763 39.3 19.4 13.5
2009 734 41.4 17.7 20.3
2010 744 39.7 18.7 25.7
2011 709 35.9 19.7 25.7
2012 708 35.4 20.0 27.1
2013 666 32.4 20.5 30
2014 653 31.4 20.7 33.7
2015 676 31.0 21.8 29.9
2016 651 31.0 21.0 32
2017 613 29.2 20.9 39.2
2018 590 26.3 22.4 42.9
2019 545 25.3 21.4 36.9
2020 559 25.7 21.7 40.8
2021 528 25.6 20.6 44.5
2022 490 21.9 22.3 36.5
2023 462 21.2 21.7 47.6
2024 431 21.1 20.3 50.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Jefferson High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 885 n/a n/a n/a
1989 862 n/a n/a 7.2
1990 797 61.0 13.0 5.6
1991 756 n/a n/a n/a
1992 755 n/a n/a 5.8
1993 790 n/a 0.0 8.9
1994 790 51.8 15.3 5.1
1995 836 50.4 16.6 4.3
1996 836 50.4 16.6 4.3
1997 914 55.0 16.6 3.6
1998 885 60.0 14.8 7.8
1999 908 56.0 16.2 7.7
2000 969 62.0 14.6 9.8
2001 908 54.0 16.8 10.1
2002 900 55.5 16.2 16.2
2003 900 55.5 16.2 16.2
2004 841 48.5 17.3 13.2
2005 841 43.8 19.2 28.9
2006 819 39.8 20.6 20.6
2007 792 34.9 22.7 20.4
2008 763 39.3 19.4 13.5
2009 734 41.4 17.7 20.3
2010 744 39.7 18.7 25.7
2011 709 35.9 19.7 25.7
2012 708 35.4 20.0 27.1
2013 666 32.4 20.5 30
2014 653 31.4 20.7 33.7
2015 676 31.0 21.8 29.9
2016 651 31.0 21.0 32
2017 613 29.2 20.9 39.2
2018 590 26.3 22.4 42.9
2019 545 25.3 21.4 36.9
2020 559 25.7 21.7 40.8
2021 528 25.6 20.6 44.5
2022 490 21.9 22.3 36.5
2023 462 21.2 21.7 47.6
2024 431 21.1 20.3 50.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Jefferson High School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $605 (5.0%) $11,420 (95.0%) $12,024
2020 $168 (1.5%) $10,892 (98.5%) $11,059
2021 $256 (2.2%) $11,369 (97.8%) $11,624
2022 $1,405 (10.8%) $11,600 (89.2%) $13,005
2023 $1,885 (13.5%) $12,108 (86.5%) $13,993

Data source: Michigan Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Jefferson High School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 429th of 666 High schoolsRanks 449th of 735 High schools
 3.3%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
11th Grade Social Studies (Jefferson High School)40.630.4
 10.2%
   11th Grade Social Studies (Jefferson Schools (Monroe))40.630.4
 10.2%
   11th Grade Social Studies (Michigan)46.636.1
 10.5%
11th Grade Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (Jefferson High School)48.141.4
 6.7%
   11th Grade Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (Jefferson Schools (Monroe))48.141.4
 6.7%
   11th Grade Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (Michigan)55.352.2
 3.1%
11th Grade Mathematics (Jefferson High School)23.721.6
 2.1%
   11th Grade Mathematics (Jefferson Schools (Monroe))23.721.6
 2.1%
   11th Grade Mathematics (Michigan)36.329.9
 6.4%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students545462
 15.2%
African American61
 83.3%
American Indian02
Asian64
 33.3%
Hispanic1510
 33.3%
Pacific Islander00
White511428
 16.2%
Two or More Races717
 142.9%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients36.9%47.6%
 10.7%

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jefferson High School

In the 2023-24 school year, 431 students attended Jefferson High School.

Students at Jefferson High School are 93% White, 3% Two or more races, 2% Hispanic, 1% Asian.

Jefferson High School ranks 302nd of 743 Michigan high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Jefferson High School is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : North Elementary School
Elementary : Sodt Elementary School
Middle : Jefferson Middle School


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