Jefferson Forest High

Summary:

Jefferson Forest High is a public high school located in Forest, VA, serving grades 9-12 with a total enrollment of 1,309 students. The school is part of the Bedford County Public Schools district, which is ranked 43 out of 130 school districts in Virginia and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Jefferson Forest High consistently ranks in the top half of Virginia high schools, with a current ranking of 129 out of 329 schools. This is higher than most of the nearby schools, such as Staunton River High, Amherst County High, and Altavista High. The school's performance is particularly strong for its Asian and disabled student subgroups, ranking 1st and 44th out of Virginia high schools, respectively, in the 2023-2024 school year. However, the school's ranking has declined from 43rd in 2020-2021 to 129th in 2023-2024, and its SchoolDigger star rating has dropped from 4 stars to 3 stars over the same period.

While Jefferson Forest High generally outperforms the nearby schools in the Bedford County Public Schools district, as well as the Lynchburg City Public Schools district schools, the school's performance data reveals significant gaps in academic achievement between different racial subgroups. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, the school's African American and Hispanic students ranked 177th and 75th, respectively, out of Virginia high schools, while its white students ranked 184th. Additionally, Rustburg High, a Campbell County Public Schools high school, also performs well and ranks higher than Jefferson Forest High in some areas.


Detail:

Public 9-12

 1 Cavalier Circle
       Forest, VA  24551


(434) 525-2674

District: Bedford County Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
129th of 329 Virginia High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $4,861 Help


Feeder schools for Jefferson Forest High:

Elementary:    Boonsboro Elementary
    Forest Elementary
    New London Academy Elementary
    Otter River Elementary
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Middle:    Forest Middle

Student/teacher ratio:  14.8 Help
Number of students:  1,309

Racial breakdown:

White:
77.3%
African American:
7.7%
Two or more races:
5.3%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  23.3% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Jefferson Forest High is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2021 the calculated Average Standard Score was 53.53. (See more...)
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Compare Details Jefferson Forest High ranks better than 60.8% of high schools in Virginia. It also ranks first among 3 ranked high schools in the Bedford County Public Schools District! (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 62.89. (See more...)
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The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Jefferson Forest High 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 Jefferson Forest High has the largest high school student body size in the Bedford County Public Schools District.  (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Jefferson Forest High is $4,861, which is the lowest among 3 high schools in the Bedford County Public Schools District!
Schooldigger Rankings:

Jefferson Forest High was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.
SchoolDigger ranks Jefferson Forest High 129th of 329 Virginia public high schools. (See Jefferson Forest High in the ranking list.)

Bedford County Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Bedford County Public Schools 43rd of 130 Virginia school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Jefferson Forest High

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 53.53 170th 419 59.4%
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Data source: test scores: Virginia Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Jefferson Forest High

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Rank History for all high school students at Jefferson Forest High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2005 47.06 175th 308 43.2%
2006 55.48 116th 314 63.1%
2007 47.23 165th 313 47.3%
2008 58.74 104th 316 67.1%
2009 58.75 101st 313 67.7%
2010 56.32 121st 317 61.8%
2011 64.51 76th 320 76.3%
2012 56.31 111th 321 65.4%
2013 55.58 115th 321 64.2%
2014 62.71 72nd 322 77.6%
2015 58.35 93rd 322 71.1%
2016 56.60 109th 321 66.0%
2017 57.56 109th 324 66.4%
2018 48.46 172nd 326 47.2%
2019 58.75 94th 327 71.3%
2021 67.02 43rd 327 86.9%
2022 55.05 121st 325 62.8%
2023 65.31 116th 326 64.4%
2024 62.89 129th 329 60.8%
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Rank History for high school Multi-racial students at Jefferson Forest High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 27.56 165th 193 14.5%
2024 51.04 107th 198 46.0%
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Rank History for high school Low Socio Economic Status students at Jefferson Forest High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 45.43 198th 320 38.1%
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Rank History for high school Female students at Jefferson Forest High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 65.16 109th 320 65.9%
2024 63.30 128th 322 60.2%
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Rank History for high school Disabled students at Jefferson Forest High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 70.29 55th 249 77.9%
2024 75.06 44th 253 82.6%
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Rank History for high school Male students at Jefferson Forest High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 63.84 122nd 321 62.0%
2024 64.98 114th 322 64.6%
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Rank History for high school Asian students at Jefferson Forest High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 32.88 100th 120 16.7%
2024 85.38 1st 118 99.2%
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Rank History for high school African American students at Jefferson Forest High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 84.28 14th 240 94.2%
2024 41.16 177th 249 28.9%
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Rank History for high school Hispanic students at Jefferson Forest High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 46.73 136th 232 41.4%
2024 61.60 75th 233 67.8%
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Rank History for high school White students at Jefferson Forest High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 58.66 136th 315 56.8%
2024 51.58 184th 314 41.4%
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Data source: test scores: Virginia 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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Enrollment information for Jefferson Forest High

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1991 0 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 635 635
1992 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 639 639
1993 630 73 3 0 1 n/a n/a 0 707
1994 674 69 7 6 2 n/a n/a 0 758
1995 1003 105 15 8 0 n/a n/a 0 1131
1996 1003 105 15 8 0 n/a n/a 0 1131
1997 1055 97 18 9 0 n/a n/a 0 1179
1998 1149 98 20 7 1 n/a n/a 0 1275
1999 1186 99 16 5 0 n/a n/a 0 1306
2000 1293 99 17 4 0 n/a n/a -4 1409
2001 1128 89 12 5 0 n/a n/a 0 1234
2002 1112 88 10 6 1 n/a n/a 0 1217
2003 1112 88 10 6 1 n/a n/a 0 1217
2004 1119 106 12 11 3 n/a n/a 1 1252
2005 1155 112 15 10 4 n/a n/a 1 1297
2006 1213 109 18 11 5 n/a n/a 1 1357
2007 1222 106 22 11 3 n/a n/a 0 1364
2008 1179 111 25 7 2 n/a n/a 1 1325
2009 1171 106 38 10 2 n/a n/a 1 1328
2010 1142 104 41 13 1 n/a n/a 1 1302
2011 1113 95 50 21 1 0 21 0 1301
2012 1133 100 44 30 1 1 30 0 1339
2013 1155 98 44 38 2 3 31 0 1371
2014 1152 86 44 45 2 3 36 0 1368
2015 1163 76 48 48 2 1 37 0 1375
2016 1154 84 48 40 2 1 32 0 1361
2017 1122 82 47 49 3 1 31 0 1335
2018 1159 77 61 46 4 1 39 0 1387
2019 1161 78 53 53 4 1 45 0 1395
2020 1124 89 60 56 4 0 51 0 1384
2021 1606 141 86 76 2 1 94 0 2006
2022 1019 95 47 56 1 1 64 0 1283
2023 1012 101 60 64 1 2 69 0 1309

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 Forest High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1991 635 37.0 17.1 n/a
1992 639 37.7 16.9 n/a
1993 707 43.0 16.4 n/a
1994 758 79.0 n/a n/a
1995 1131 n/a 0.0 5.2
1996 1131 n/a 0.0 5.2
1997 1179 n/a 0.0 4.9
1998 1275 n/a 0.0 3.7
1999 1306 74.0 17.6 4.5
2000 1409 n/a 0.0 5
2001 1234 74.5 16.6 4.6
2002 1217 87.0 14.0 7.9
2003 1217 87.0 14.0 7.9
2004 1252 74.0 16.9 8.6
2005 1297 74.0 17.5 9.6
2006 1357 81.0 16.8 9.4
2007 1364 88.3 15.4 8.9
2008 1325 72.6 18.3 10
2009 1328 73.3 18.1 10.6
2010 1302 72.0 18.0 10.4
2011 1301 71.5 18.1 12.1
2012 1339 85.8 15.5 12.4
2013 1371 81.5 16.8 12.4
2014 1368 86.5 15.8 12.4
2015 1375 87.0 15.8 13.9
2016 1361 90.0 15.1 14.3
2017 1335 82.9 16.0 12.4
2018 1387 83.3 16.6 13.7
2019 1395 86.2 16.1 14.4
2020 1384 87.9 15.7 16.9
2021 2006 120.9 16.5 n/a
2022 1283 81.6 15.7 18.2
2023 1309 88.0 14.8 23.3

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 Forest High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1991 635 37.0 17.1 n/a
1992 639 37.7 16.9 n/a
1993 707 43.0 16.4 n/a
1994 758 79.0 n/a n/a
1995 1131 n/a 0.0 5.2
1996 1131 n/a 0.0 5.2
1997 1179 n/a 0.0 4.9
1998 1275 n/a 0.0 3.7
1999 1306 74.0 17.6 4.5
2000 1409 n/a 0.0 5
2001 1234 74.5 16.6 4.6
2002 1217 87.0 14.0 7.9
2003 1217 87.0 14.0 7.9
2004 1252 74.0 16.9 8.6
2005 1297 74.0 17.5 9.6
2006 1357 81.0 16.8 9.4
2007 1364 88.3 15.4 8.9
2008 1325 72.6 18.3 10
2009 1328 73.3 18.1 10.6
2010 1302 72.0 18.0 10.4
2011 1301 71.5 18.1 12.1
2012 1339 85.8 15.5 12.4
2013 1371 81.5 16.8 12.4
2014 1368 86.5 15.8 12.4
2015 1375 87.0 15.8 13.9
2016 1361 90.0 15.1 14.3
2017 1335 82.9 16.0 12.4
2018 1387 83.3 16.6 13.7
2019 1395 86.2 16.1 14.4
2020 1384 87.9 15.7 16.9
2021 2006 120.9 16.5 n/a
2022 1283 81.6 15.7 18.2
2023 1309 88.0 14.8 23.3

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.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Jefferson Forest High

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $191 (3.0%) $6,133 (97.0%) $6,324
2020 $225 (3.4%) $6,421 (96.6%) $6,645
2021 $425 (8.7%) $4,436 (91.3%) $4,861

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Jefferson Forest High

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 94th of 327 High schoolsRanks 116th of 326 High schools
 6.8%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
End of Course Writing (Jefferson Forest High)9689
 7%
   End of Course Writing (Bedford County Public Schools)8879
 9%
   End of Course Writing (Virginia)8174
 7%
End of Course Geometry (Jefferson Forest High)9393
   End of Course Geometry (Bedford County Public Schools)8792
 5%
   End of Course Geometry (Virginia)8380
 3%
End of Course Algebra I (Jefferson Forest High)9291
 1%
   End of Course Algebra I (Bedford County Public Schools)8882
 6%
   End of Course Algebra I (Virginia)8680
 6%
End of Course Algebra II (Jefferson Forest High)9692
 4%
   End of Course Algebra II (Bedford County Public Schools)9495
 1%
   End of Course Algebra II (Virginia)9186
 5%
End of Course Chemistry (Jefferson Forest High)5660
 4%
   End of Course Chemistry (Virginia)8864
 24%
End of Course Biology (Jefferson Forest High)8880
 8%
   End of Course Biology (Bedford County Public Schools)8371
 12%
   End of Course Biology (Virginia)8370
 13%
End of Course Earth Science (Jefferson Forest High)6936
 33%
   End of Course Earth Science (Bedford County Public Schools)8466
 18%
   End of Course Earth Science (Virginia)8172
 9%
End of Course English Reading (Jefferson Forest High)9692
 4%
   End of Course English Reading (Bedford County Public Schools)9087
 3%
   End of Course English Reading (Virginia)8685
 1%
End of Course VA and US History (Jefferson Forest High)8356
 27%
   End of Course VA and US History (Bedford County Public Schools)7338
 35%
   End of Course VA and US History (Virginia)6838
 30%
End of Course World History I (Jefferson Forest High)8417
 67%
   End of Course World History I (Bedford County Public Schools)7558
 17%
   End of Course World History I (Virginia)8066
 14%
End of Course World History II (Jefferson Forest High)4631
 15%
   End of Course World History II (Bedford County Public Schools)4130
 11%
   End of Course World History II (Virginia)8148
 33%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students13951309
 6.2%
African American78101
 29.5%
American Indian41
 75%
Asian5360
 13.2%
Hispanic5364
 20.8%
Pacific Islander12
 100%
White11611012
 12.8%
Two or More Races4569
 53.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients14.4%23.3%
 8.9%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Jefferson Forest High

In the 2022-23 school year, 1,309 students attended Jefferson Forest High.

Students at Jefferson Forest High are 77% White, 8% African American, 5% Two or more races, 5% Hispanic, 5% Asian.

Jefferson Forest High ranks 129th of 329 Virginia high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Jefferson Forest High is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Boonsboro Elementary
Elementary : Forest Elementary
Elementary : New London Academy Elementary
Elementary : Otter River Elementary
Elementary : Thomas Jefferson Elementary
Middle : Forest Middle


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