Jefferson Elementary School serves 211 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Minority enrollment was 4% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which was lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
211 students
Total Classroom Teachers (04-05)
14 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
13%
Black
2%
7%
White
96%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
211 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of Oskaloosa Community School District.
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