Serving 330 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Jefferson County North Elem/middle ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson County North Elem/middle's student population of 330 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
330 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Jefferson County North Elem/middle ranks within the top 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson County North Elem/middle is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#515 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
22%

Black
1%
7%

White
95%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson County North Elem/middle's ranking?
Jefferson County North Elem/middle is ranked #515 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Jefferson County North Elem/middle often compared to?
Jefferson County North Elem/middleis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson West Elementary School, Oskaloosa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Jefferson County North Elem/middle?
330 students attend Jefferson County North Elem/middle.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Jefferson County North Elem/middle students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson County North Elem/middle?
Jefferson County North Elem/middle has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jefferson County North Elem/middle offer ?
Jefferson County North Elem/middle offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Jefferson County North Elem/middle part of?
Jefferson County North Elem/middle is part of Jefferson County North School District.
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