Serving 368 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 368 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
368 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#437 out of 1680 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
9%
8%
White
52%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
19%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #437 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eisenhower 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 25% OK state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
368 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% 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 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
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 Norman School District.
In what neighborhood is Jefferson Elementary School located?
Jefferson Elementary School is located in the First Courthouse neighborhood of Norman, OK. There are 2 other public schools located in First Courthouse.
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