Serving 240 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson Elementary School serves the northeast part of Plymouth, IN, covering an area of approximately 26.9 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3.7 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 6.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 240 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
240 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#701 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
28%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
65%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #701 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Culver Elementary School, Triton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
240 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary School?
Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
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 Plymouth Community School Corp School District.
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