Jefferson School serves 247 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 67%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64%
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89%
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Glendive, MT school district, covering approximately 375.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.4 miles to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 21.2 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson School's student population of 247 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
247 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jefferson School is 0.27, 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)
(09-10)60-64%
67%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)85-89%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 67% MT state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% MT state average).
How many students attend Jefferson School?
247 students attend Jefferson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Jefferson School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson School?
Jefferson School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to 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 Glendive Elementary School District.
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