Serving 259 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jefferson School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jefferson School's student population of 259 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson School ranks within the top 1% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4 out of 722 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
5%
Black
1%
1%
White
90%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson School's ranking?
Jefferson School is ranked #4 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Jefferson School often compared to?
Jefferson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawthorne School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Jefferson School?
259 students attend Jefferson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Jefferson School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson School?
Jefferson School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jefferson School offer ?
Jefferson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Jefferson School part of?
Jefferson School is part of Helena Elem School District.
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