Serving 475 students in grades 6-8, Jefferson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Math Proficiency: 18%
- Reading Proficiency: 29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Jefferson Middle School's student population of 475 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jefferson Middle School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)18%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)29%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
87%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Jefferson Middle School often compared to?
Jefferson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Middle School, Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Middle School?
475 students attend Jefferson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Jefferson Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Middle School?
Jefferson Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Jefferson Middle School offer ?
Jefferson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jefferson Middle School part of?
Jefferson Middle School is part of Oceanside Unified School District.
School Reviews
2 10/5/2018
I had the recent opportunity to substitute at Jefferson and had a wonderful time. The front office was very nice, I spoke with a few teachers and they were pleasant and only had positive things to say about the school. The kids were super sweet and kind. The school is not overrun with students and overcrowded which makes it much more enjoyable. I know the school may have had a reputation in the past, but I found it warm and inviting with a great school culture. There is not a lot of diversity with the majority of students being Hispanic, but from what I saw, students are well behaved and engaged in learning. This is definitely a school on the rise!
5 8/3/2009
Very advanced school better than Lincoln and Chavez!
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