Jefferson Elementary School

Serving 351 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 351 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : Top 30% in NJ
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

School Overview

Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 351 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 20, 2026

School Rankings

Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NJ)
#635 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
50-54%
38%
60-64%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
11%
Hispanic
17%
34%
Black
6%
14%
White
67%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.52
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #635 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canfield Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
351 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary School?
Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of Roxbury Township School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 351 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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