Serving 552 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 552 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
552 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#754 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
23%
31%
White
54%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #754 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hammond Hill Elementary School, Mossy Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
552 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary School?
Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of Aiken 01 School District.
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