Jefferson Ave Elementary School serves 224 students in grades Prekindergarten-3.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 83%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90%
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson Ave Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Shadyside, OH, encompassing approximately 21.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 7.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson Ave Elementary School's student population of 224 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
224 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1932
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jefferson Ave Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)≥90%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)≥90%
83%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange and Black
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Jefferson Ave Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson Ave Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bellaire Elementary School, Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% OH state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 83% OH state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Ave Elementary School?
224 students attend Jefferson Ave Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Jefferson Ave Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Ave Elementary School?
Jefferson Ave Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jefferson Ave Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Ave Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Ave Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Ave Elementary School is part of Shadyside Local School District.
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