Serving 669 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Jefferson Schools K-12 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson County Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Monticello, FL, encompassing approximately 636.5 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 17.4 miles to the edge of the zone and the furthest point being 37.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson Schools K-12's student population of 669 students has grown by 96% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 157% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
669 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Jefferson Schools K-12 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Schools K-12 is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3400 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
20%
38%
Black
57%
21%
White
18%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Schools K-12's ranking?
Jefferson Schools K-12 is ranked #3400 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson Schools K-12?
The graduation rate of Jefferson Schools K-12 is 90%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Jefferson Schools K-12?
669 students attend Jefferson Schools K-12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Jefferson Schools K-12 students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Schools K-12?
Jefferson Schools K-12 has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jefferson Schools K-12 offer ?
Jefferson Schools K-12 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Schools K-12 part of?
Jefferson Schools K-12 is part of Jefferson School District.
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