Serving 280 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jeffery Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jeffery Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Jeffery Elementary School's student population of 280 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Rankings
Jeffery Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jeffery Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#494 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
23%
14%
Black
5%
9%
White
65%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jeffery Elementary School's ranking?
Jeffery Elementary School is ranked #494 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Jeffery Elementary School often compared to?
Jeffery Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southport Elementary School, Brompton School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Jeffery Elementary School?
280 students attend Jeffery Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Jeffery Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jeffery Elementary School?
Jeffery Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jeffery Elementary School offer ?
Jeffery Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jeffery Elementary School part of?
Jeffery Elementary School is part of Kenosha School District.
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