Jackson County High School

School Overview
Jackson County High School (JCHS), located in Jefferson, Georgia, serves as a primary secondary educational institution within the Jackson County School System. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or immediate entry into the workforce. With a focus on both traditional core academics and extracurricular involvement, JCHS fosters a culture intended to develop students' critical thinking, leadership skills, and community responsibility.

The school places a strong emphasis on a well-rounded student experience, offering a variety of athletic programs, clubs, and career-technical education pathways. By leveraging its location in the growing Jackson County region, the high school aims to integrate modern educational tools and community partnerships to support diverse learning styles. For those seeking detailed information on enrollment, academic calendars, or district policies, the Jackson County School System maintains a centralized web portal at http://www.JacksonSchoolsGA.org, which serves as the primary resource for students, parents, and community stakeholders.
2,222
Total Students
105.0
Full-Time Teachers
21.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
39.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Jackson County High School
Demographic Student Count
White1,272
Hispanic491
Black256
Asian95
Two or More95
American Indian9
Pacific Islander4
  • White
    1,272 (57.2%)
  • Hispanic
    491 (22.1%)
  • Black
    256 (11.5%)
  • Asian
    95 (4.3%)
  • Two or More
    95 (4.3%)
  • American Indian
    9 (0.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (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: Jackson County
Phone: (706)367-5003
Website: http://www.JacksonSchoolsGA.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,222
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 105.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 667
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 211
Grades Taught
Grade 9 585
Grade 10 611
Grade 11 552
Grade 12 474

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Jackson County High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9585
Grade 10611
Grade 11552
Grade 12474
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Jackson County High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,08148.6%
Male1,14151.4%