Serving 293 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 293 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
293 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (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 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#567 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
18%
14%
Black
7%
9%
White
68%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #567 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kennedy 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 40% WI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
293 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary School?
Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of Janesville School District.
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