Jefferson School serves 98 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 66%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 98 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson School's student population of 98 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
98 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jefferson School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)60-79%
66%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)≥80%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 66% MT state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% MT state average).
How many students attend Jefferson School?
98 students attend Jefferson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Jefferson School students are White, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson School?
Jefferson School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jefferson School offer ?
Jefferson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson School part of?
Jefferson School is part of Miles City Elementary School District.
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