Serving 304 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 28% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 304 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#203 out of 461 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
6%
Black
3%
5%
White
85%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #203 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
304 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary School?
Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of Valley City 2 School District.
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