Serving 462 students in grades 6-8, Jefferson Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson Middle School serves the northeast part of Olympia, WA, covering an area of approximately 8.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest point being around 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jefferson Middle School's student population of 462 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
462 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Middle School is 0.70, which is more 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
#291 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Middle School's ranking?
Jefferson Middle School is ranked #291 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Jefferson Middle School often compared to?
Jefferson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Middle School?
462 students attend Jefferson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Jefferson Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Middle School?
Jefferson Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jefferson Middle School offer ?
Jefferson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Middle School part of?
Jefferson Middle School is part of Olympia School District.
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