Serving 4 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 48%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 4 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Paicines, CA, encompassing approximately 176.4 square miles. The zone typically takes 15-20 minutes to drive across, with an average distance of 8.6 miles from the school to its edges and a maximum distance of 14.7 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 4 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
4 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)≥50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
48%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
50%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
50%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)25%
33%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% CA state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
4 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Jefferson Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 50% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary School?
Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of Jefferson Elementary School District.
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