Jefferson High School is a public high school in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States. It opened in the 2021–2022 school year as part of the Sioux Falls School District. Jefferson High School is one of four traditional high schools in the Sioux Falls School District.
Serving 1,888 students in grades 9-12, Jefferson High School - 67 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,888 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 30% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson High School - 67 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Jefferson High School - 67's student population of 1,888 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,888 students
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Colors
Black, Green, Gold
School Rankings
Jefferson High School - 67 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson High School - 67 is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#248 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
23%
9%
Black
11%
3%
White
55%
66%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.5%
22.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cavalier
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson High School - 67's ranking?
Jefferson High School - 67 is ranked #248 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson High School - 67?
The graduation rate of Jefferson High School - 67 is 89%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Jefferson High School - 67?
1,888 students attend Jefferson High School - 67.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Jefferson High School - 67 students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson High School - 67?
Jefferson High School - 67 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jefferson High School - 67 offer ?
Jefferson High School - 67 offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jefferson High School - 67 part of?
Jefferson High School - 67 is part of Sioux Falls School District 49-5.
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