Jefferson Area High School is the only high School in the Jefferson, Ohio area of the United States. The current principal is Richard Shields, and the superintendent is John Montanaro. The school's nickname is "The Fighting Falcons", almost always shortened to "Falcons", and its colors are red, white and black.
Serving 285 students in grades 7-8, Jefferson Area Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Area Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Jefferson Area Junior High School's student population of 285 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Colors
White, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson Area Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Area Junior High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1698 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
90%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Area Junior High School's ranking?
Jefferson Area Junior High School is ranked #1698 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Jefferson Area Junior High School often compared to?
Jefferson Area Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pymatuning Valley Middle School, Grand Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Area Junior High School?
285 students attend Jefferson Area Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Jefferson Area Junior High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Area Junior High School?
Jefferson Area Junior High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jefferson Area Junior High School offer ?
Jefferson Area Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Area Junior High School part of?
Jefferson Area Junior High School is part of Jefferson Area Local School District.
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