Jefferson High School
2,173 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Jefferson High School, located at 4145 Samuelson Road in Rockford, Illinois, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Rockford Public School District (District 205). As one of the district’s comprehensive high schools, it offers a diverse academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career and technical education (CTE) programs, and various dual-credit opportunities in partnership with local community colleges. The school is known for its large and active student body, fostering a campus culture that prioritizes both academic rigor and community engagement.
Beyond the classroom, Jefferson High School places a strong emphasis on extracurricular development, boasting a wide array of athletic teams, clubs, and fine arts programs that encourage student leadership and school spirit. The facility itself serves as a central hub for the southeast Rockford community, reflecting the district's ongoing efforts to modernize its learning environments and provide equitable resources to its students. Through its mission to cultivate well-rounded graduates, the school strives to prepare its diverse student population for the challenges of college and the modern workforce.
Beyond the classroom, Jefferson High School places a strong emphasis on extracurricular development, boasting a wide array of athletic teams, clubs, and fine arts programs that encourage student leadership and school spirit. The facility itself serves as a central hub for the southeast Rockford community, reflecting the district's ongoing efforts to modernize its learning environments and provide equitable resources to its students. Through its mission to cultivate well-rounded graduates, the school strives to prepare its diverse student population for the challenges of college and the modern workforce.
2,173
Total Students
110.8
Full-Time Teachers
19.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 377 |
| Hispanic | 1,205 |
| Black | 428 |
| Asian | 52 |
| Two or More | 99 |
| American Indian | 11 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic1,205 (55.5%)
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Black428 (19.7%)
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White377 (17.3%)
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Two or More99 (4.6%)
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Asian52 (2.4%)
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American Indian11 (0.5%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.0%)
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: | Rockford SD 205 |
| Phone: | (815)874-9536 |
| Website: | http://www.rps205.com |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 2,173 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 110.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 19.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
646
Grade 10
558
Grade 11
527
Grade 12
442
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 646 |
| Grade 10 | 558 |
| Grade 11 | 527 |
| Grade 12 | 442 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 1,028 | 47.3% |
| Male | 1,145 | 52.7% |
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