Serving 343 students in grades 1-4, Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Farmington, MO, covering approximately 319.1 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 8.7 miles, reaching up to 19.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 343 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
343 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#204 out of 2076 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
2%
15%
White
95%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #204 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington-franklin Elementary School, Roosevelt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
343 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary School?
Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of Farmington R-VII School District.
School Reviews
3 10/10/2025
My daughter just started at farmington schools this year at Jefferson. Ive had quite a few issues from the day she was enrolled, one being transportation. I feel that the staff isnt too concerned with working with parents & communicating. My daughter has also complained about the teachers. She came from Hillsboro and in the 3 years she was there, I never had one complaint. Its still too early to tell how I will like the school as a whole with education, communication, etc.
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