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Jefferson High School

  • C+
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Magnet
  • 9-12
  • Portland, OR
  • 86 reviews
    C+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      C
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      B
    4. College Prep
      C+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B+
    6. Health & Safety
      B
    7. Administration
      C+
    8. Sports
      A
    9. Food
      B
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B
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    Jefferson High School is a public, magnet school located in Portland, OR. It has 589 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1. According to state test scores, 8% of students are at least proficient in math and 27% in reading.
    Address
    5210 N Kerby Ave
    Portland, OR 97217
    Telephone
    (503) 916-5180
    Website
    pps.net
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    Jefferson High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    27%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    8%
    Average Graduation Rate
    82%
    Average SAT
    1050
    55 responses
    Average ACT
    22
    42 responses
    AP Enrollment
    4%
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    Living in the Area
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C-
    2. Good for Families
      B+
    3. Housing
      C-
    Median Household Income
    $57,027
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,117
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $380,719
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    82%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.11 responses
    Poll
    82%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.11 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 20 responses
    Report
    • Our Dance Recitals
      30%
    • Sports
      30%
    • Home coming & winter formal & spring dance
      20%
    • Rose Festival
      20%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    589
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    68%
    82%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.11 responses
    91%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.11 responses
    100%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.11 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    15:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $64,605
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    9%
    75%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.16 responses
    88%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.16 responses
    75%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.16 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    $14,434/ year
    National
    $12,239
    57%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.14 responses
    14%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.14 responses
    57%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.14 responses
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    Jefferson High School Reviews

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    I love the diversity and community that comes with Jefferson. In our class we have meaningful conversations that involve everyone and everything it helps share the views of everyone and it builds a stronger community. I love the teachers because they actually enjoy teaching, and I can trust them. This makes for a better learning environment when I feel respected as a student and as a person. As a senior I am very ready for college I have so many resources and the teachers have helped me for years preparing me for life after college.
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    Jefferson High School is not for everyone. If you aren't a driven student, you might find it too easy to fall behind and struggle academically. The teachers are very caring and want students to learn and succeed. However, many of the teachers don't have control over the classroom, and students talk, play on their phones, throw things, or sleep during class. There is the opportunity to take classes for free at Portland Community College, and the Cascade campus is conveniently located across the street. It is possible to graduate from Jefferson with an Associate's Degree, though I only know of one student who's done that. The dance team at Jefferson is well known, and they travel inside and outside the US. There is a football, rugby, basketball, softball, and soccer team and at one point and maybe currently an ultimate frisbee team. There are a handful of fights and a lot of drama at Jefferson, but it can be easy to avoid.
    Because Jefferson is a middle college High school we are given the opportunity to take college classes during high school. This is unlike any other Portland Public School and it really makes Jefferson Unique and cool. Not only do we have the middle college but we also have several other programs students can get involved in like Trio, BSU, Bio Tech. The students as well as the staff at Jefferson are driven to succeed in and out the classroom. The Mock trial team has gone to state 2 years in a row as well as our Men's Basketball team going to state 3 years in a row, we also have several wrestlers who have made it to state every year in addition we have a state finisher in women's swimming. As well as athletically many for our student are on honor role and are doing great things in the community.