Serving 297 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Jefferson School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson School serves the southwest part of Huntington, NY, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest boundary being around 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson School's student population of 297 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
297 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Jefferson School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1889 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
56%
31%
Black
6%
15%
White
33%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson School's ranking?
Jefferson School is ranked #1889 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Jefferson School?
297 students attend Jefferson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Jefferson School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson School?
Jefferson School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jefferson School offer ?
Jefferson School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jefferson School part of?
Jefferson School is part of Huntington Union Free School District.
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