Serving 258 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Valley City, ND, covering an area of 361.6 square miles. The zone typically allows for a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 13.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 22.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 258 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
258 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#177 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
87%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.2%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #177 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
258 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 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 14:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of Valley City 2 School District.
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