Serving 245 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jefferson School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than 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 and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson School serves the south part of Helena, MT, covering an attendance area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jefferson School's student population of 245 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson School ranks within the top 5% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
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.
Overall Testing Rank
#7 out of 696 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
3%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
White
85%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson School's ranking?
Jefferson School is ranked #7 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Jefferson School often compared to?
Jefferson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawthorne School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Jefferson School?
245 students attend Jefferson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Jefferson School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson School?
Jefferson School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jefferson School offer ?
Jefferson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson School part of?
Jefferson School is part of Helena Elementary School District.
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