Serving 705 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 705 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 705 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
705 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3214 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
95%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #3214 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anderson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
705 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Jefferson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% 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 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of Compton Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Jefferson Elementary School located?
Jefferson Elementary School is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Compton, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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