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Academics
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Diversity
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Teachers
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College Prep
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Clubs & Activities
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Administration
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Sports
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Food
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Jefferson County is a public school district located in BIRMINGHAM, AL. It has 35,951 students in grades PK, K-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 19 to 1. According to state test scores, 9% of students are at least proficient in math and 32% in reading.
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About Jefferson County...
- AP Offered
- Gifted Prog. Offered
- IB Offered
- Alabama
- Homewood
Jefferson County Rankings
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Elementary Schools in Jefferson County
- gradeB minusHueytown Primary School
- gradeB minusGardendale Elementary SchoolRating 3.7 out of 5 10 reviews
- gradeB minusSnow Rogers Elementary SchoolRating 5 out of 5 1 review
- gradeB minusBryan Elementary School
- gradeB minusMt. Olive Elementary SchoolRating 5 out of 5 1 review
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
This is the percentage of students that scored at or above proficiency levels on their state reading/language arts assessment test. Because states implement these tests differently, use caution when comparing this data to data from another state.
32%
Percent Proficient - Math
This is the percentage of students that scored at or above proficiency levels on their state math assessment test. Because states implement these tests differently, use caution when comparing this data to data from another state.
9%
Average Graduation Rate
This is the percentage of 12th graders who graduated. Because states calculate graduation rates differently, use caution when comparing this data to data from another state.
91%
Average SAT
Average SAT composite score out of 1600, as reported by Niche users from this school.
1060
127
responses
Average ACT
Average ACT composite score out of 36, as reported by Niche users from this school.
21
2,501
responses
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Popular Colleges
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University of Alabama - Birmingham
3,206 Students
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The University of Alabama
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Auburn University
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Jacksonville State University
1,660 Students
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University of South Alabama
1,511 Students
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Troy University
1,505 Students
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1,301 Students
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Alabama State University
1,237 Students
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University of North Alabama
1,080 Students
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University of Montevallo
1,075 Students
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More About Jefferson County Academics
Students
Diversity
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Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
35,951
Free or Reduced Lunch
This is the percentage of students who are eligible to receive free or reduced price lunch. Not all eligible students exercise this option, especially at non-traditional schools like online schools.
59.3%
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Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
Student-Teacher Ratio may not be indicative of class size. It is calculated using the reported number of students and full-time equivalent teachers.
19:1
National
17:1
Average Teacher Salary
$61,215
Teachers in First/Second Year
14%
Finances
Expenses Per Student
$9,833/ student
National
$12,239
Education Expenses
Instruction
56%
Support Services
37%
Other
7%
Living in the Area
Homewood
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Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?Data Sources
Cost of Living
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Good for Families
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Housing
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Median Household Income
$97,366
National
$75,149
Median Rent
$1,337
National
$1,268
Median Home Value
$463,500
National
$281,900
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Jefferson County Reviews
Rating 3.98 out of 5 121 reviews
Rating 5 out of 5
My experience in the Jefferson County Schools has been the best! I have had help from all my teachers, counselors, and the faculty. My teachers and my counselors have worked with me to prepare me for college. I have been except to several colleges that I wanted to attend. I have been able to go to them for help, I got the help that I needed. I am so excited to be going to college because I feel that I am prepared.
- Senior
- 5 months ago
Rating 5 out of 5
My experience with Jefferson County Schools has been great. The teachers really care the students. They go above and beyond to help. I played basketball since I was in the 7th grade and developed into a star player on the team. I am four year varsity basketball player. My coach really cares for each. He teaches us life lesson and show us how to honest men’s. The facility need an update but it in good condition. The food in cafeteria could be better but it’s edible. My overall experience is great.
- Senior
- 5 months ago
Rating 4 out of 5
Overall I have had I good experience in this school system, but I think that is because I have been in honor classes and those teachers seem to care more about teaching their students. My friends always talk about how their teachers don't teach. I can see how for some students it would be a struggle if you get those teachers who only teach for a paycheck.
- Senior
- 7 months ago
