Serving 425 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 425 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#616 out of 1095 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
19%
32%
White
62%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #616 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cotton Belt 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 39% SC state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
425 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary School?
Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of York 01 School District.
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