Serving 671 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 671 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 671 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
671 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2215 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
6%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
79%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #2215 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Bush Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
671 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary School?
Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of Schalmont Central School District.
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