Serving 650 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson Elementary serves the eastern part of Minneapolis, MN, covering an area of approximately 4.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and the furthest edge located 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 650 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
650 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#773 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
18%
12%
White
49%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.9%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #773 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
650 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 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 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of Anoka-Hennepin School District.
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