Serving 245 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson Elementary serves the north part of Port Angeles, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being around 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 245 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Safe
School Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#663 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
13%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
70%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #663 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Elementary School, Hamilton Elementary School, Franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
245 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary School?
Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington 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 Port Angeles School District.
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