Serving 512 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jefferson County Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson Co Elem School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Fayette, MS, encompassing approximately 527.3 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 20.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson County Elementary School's student population of 512 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
512 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson County Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson County Elementary School is 0.02, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#668 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
99%
45%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson County Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson County Elementary School is ranked #668 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Jefferson County Elementary School?
512 students attend Jefferson County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Jefferson County Elementary School students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson County Elementary School?
Jefferson County Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jefferson County Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson County Elementary School part of?
Jefferson County Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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