Serving 487 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jeffers Pond Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Jeffers Pond Elementary serves the northwest part of Prior Lake, MN, covering an area of approximately 4.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone about 2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jeffers Pond Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jeffers Pond Elementary School's student population of 487 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jeffers Pond Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jeffers Pond Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#26 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jeffers Pond Elementary School's ranking?
Jeffers Pond Elementary School is ranked #26 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Jeffers Pond Elementary School often compared to?
Jeffers Pond Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle Creek Elementary School, Glendale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Jeffers Pond Elementary School?
487 students attend Jeffers Pond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Jeffers Pond Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jeffers Pond Elementary School?
Jeffers Pond Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jeffers Pond Elementary School offer ?
Jeffers Pond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jeffers Pond Elementary School part of?
Jeffers Pond Elementary School is part of Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools.
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