Serving 413 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson Elementary School serves the northwest part of Henderson, KY, covering an area of approximately 3.6 square miles. Most students live within a 1.5-mile radius of the school, with the furthest edge of the zone extending up to 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 413 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#511 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
10%
Black
18%
11%
White
49%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #511 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Heights Elementary School, Spottsville Elementary School, East Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
413 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary School?
Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of Henderson County School District.
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