Serving 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee 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 Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 433 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#466 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
2%
21%
White
76%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #466 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Market Elementary School, Mount Horeb 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 31% TN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
433 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary School?
Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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