Serving 320 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Jefferson West Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson West Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Meriden, KS, encompassing approximately 78 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jefferson West Elementary School's student population of 320 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
320 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Jefferson West Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson West Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#84 out of 1269 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
White
87%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson West Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson West Elementary School is ranked #84 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Jefferson West Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Randolph Elementary School, Royal Valley Elementary School, Jefferson County North Elem/middle by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Jefferson West Elementary School?
320 students attend Jefferson West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Jefferson West Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson West Elementary School?
Jefferson West Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jefferson West Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson West Elementary School part of?
Jefferson West Elementary School is part of Jefferson West School District.
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