JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL

1,310 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Jefferson High School, located in the West Tampa area at 4401 W Cypress St, is a prominent institution within the Hillsborough County Public Schools district. With a history rooted in the local community, the school serves a diverse student body and offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The campus is recognized for its commitment to providing a well-rounded high school experience, balancing rigorous classroom instruction with various extracurricular opportunities.

Beyond its standard academic offerings, Jefferson High School is frequently noted for its spirited school culture and active athletic programs. The school focuses on fostering a supportive environment that encourages student growth, leadership, and community engagement. By leveraging resources provided by the Hillsborough County school district, Jefferson continues to emphasize student achievement and college-readiness, aiming to equip its graduates with the essential skills needed to succeed in an evolving global landscape.

1,310

Total Students

46.7

Full-Time Teachers

28.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

56.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	92
Hispanic	827
Black	333
Asian	15
Two or More	40
American Indian	3

Hispanic
827 (63.1%)
Black
333 (25.4%)
White
92 (7.0%)
Two or More
40 (3.1%)
Asian
15 (1.1%)
American Indian
3 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	HILLSBOROUGH
Phone:	(813)872-5241
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,310
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	46.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	28.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	676
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	70

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 317

Grade 10 358

Grade 11 347

Grade 12 288

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL
Grade	Student Count
Grade 9	317
Grade 10	358
Grade 11	347
Grade 12	288

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	646	49.3%
Male	664	50.7%

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