Serving 494 students in grades 4-6, Jefferson Intermediate ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson Intermediate serves the entire Pella, IA school district, encompassing an area of 193.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jefferson Intermediate's student population of 494 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
494 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson Intermediate ranks within the top 10% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Intermediate is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#118 out of 1223 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
88%
70%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Little Dutch
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Intermediate's ranking?
Jefferson Intermediate is ranked #118 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Intermediate?
494 students attend Jefferson Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Jefferson Intermediate students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Intermediate?
Jefferson Intermediate has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jefferson Intermediate offer ?
Jefferson Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jefferson Intermediate part of?
Jefferson Intermediate is part of Pella Comm School District.
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