Serving 418 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson Elementary serves the southeast part of Richland, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 418 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
418 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
As Jefferson Eagles, we SOAR to new heights, by creating a Safe learning environment, Organized systems, fostering Responsibility, and Respecting every learner.
School Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 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 0.58, 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
#1211 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
31%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
57%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 #1211 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewis & Clark Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
418 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary School?
Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, 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-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of Richland School District.
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