Top 5 Best Jefferson County Public Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,156 students in Jefferson County, IA (there are 4 private schools, serving 306 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in Jefferson County, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in Jefferson County, IA are Pekin Elementary School, Washington Elementary School and Fairfield Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jefferson County, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Jefferson County have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Jefferson County (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pekin Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1062 Birch Ave
Packwood, IA 52580
(641) 661-2351
Grades: PK-6
| 350 students
Rank: #22.
Washington Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84% )
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
406 East Madison Avenue
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-2110
Grades: PK-1
| 267 students
Rank: #33.
Fairfield Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
404 W Fillmore
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-5019
Grades: 5-8
| 438 students
Rank: #44.
Pekin Community Junior/ Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1062 Birch Ave
Packwood, IA 52580
(319) 695-3705
Grades: 7-12
| 292 students
Rank: #55.
Pence Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1000 South 6th Street
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-2957
Grades: 2-4
| 333 students
Rank: #66.
Fairfield High School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
605 E Broadway
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-2059
Grades: 9-12
| 476 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Jefferson County, IA

Jefferson County Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
202 Jefferson St
Libertyville, IA 52567
(641) 693-3971
Grades: K-4
| 84 students
401 West Stone
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-2114
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
1062 Birch Ave.
Packwood, IA 52580
(319) 695-3707
Grades: 7-8
| 104 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Jefferson County, IA?
The top ranked public schools in Jefferson County, IA include Pekin Elementary School, Washington Elementary School and Fairfield Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Jefferson County?
6 public schools are located in Jefferson County.
What percentage of students in Jefferson County go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in Jefferson County are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Jefferson County?
Jefferson County public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Jefferson County are often viewed compared to one another?

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