Jefferson Elementary School serves 152 students in grades Prekindergarten-3.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 82%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 152 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)75-79%
82%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
25%
14%
Black
5%
9%
White
59%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 82% WI state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
152 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary School?
Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, 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-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of Menasha Joint School District.
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