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.
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

Student Demographics for Jefferson High School
Demographic Student Count
White377
Hispanic1,205
Black428
Asian52
Two or More99
American Indian11
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    1,205 (55.5%)
  • Black
    428 (19.7%)
  • White
    377 (17.3%)
  • Two or More
    99 (4.6%)
  • Asian
    52 (2.4%)
  • American Indian
    11 (0.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Jefferson High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9646
Grade 10558
Grade 11527
Grade 12442
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Jefferson High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,02847.3%
Male1,14552.7%