Jefferson Elementary School serves 378 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 78%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79%
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Winslow, AZ school district, covering an area of approximately 1003.4 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being around 20.3 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 36.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 378 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)65-69%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
31%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
42%
49%
Black
1%
6%
White
13%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.7%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
41%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
83%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 63% AZ state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 78% AZ state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
378 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Jefferson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary School?
Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
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 Winslow Unified District (4387).
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