Serving 516 students in grades 6-8, Jefferson Traditional School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Traditional School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jefferson Traditional School's student population of 516 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
516 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson Traditional School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Traditional School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1510 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
19%
14%
Black
32%
13%
White
39%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Traditional School's ranking?
Jefferson Traditional School is ranked #1510 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Jefferson Traditional School often compared to?
Jefferson Traditional Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lasalle Academy, Dickinson Fine Arts Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Traditional School?
516 students attend Jefferson Traditional School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Jefferson Traditional School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Traditional School?
Jefferson Traditional School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jefferson Traditional School offer ?
Jefferson Traditional School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jefferson Traditional School part of?
Jefferson Traditional School is part of South Bend Community School Corp School District.
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