Serving 83 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Conception Junction, MO, covering an area of approximately 58.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 83 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
83 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the top 5% 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 0.02, 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
#103 out of 2076 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Black
1%
15%
White
99%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
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 #103 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
83 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Jefferson Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
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 Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of Jefferson C-123 School District.
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