Serving 247 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Jefferson Elementary serves the northwest part of Kearneysville, WV, covering an area of approximately 17.5 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school and an average distance of 3.2 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest point from the school is about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 247 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
247 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Jefferson Elementary School is 0.47, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#293 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
12%
3%
Black
6%
4%
White
71%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
North Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #293 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are North Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
North Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Page Jackson Elementary School, Driswood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend North Jefferson Elementary School?
247 students attend North Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of North Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Jefferson Elementary School?
North Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
North Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Jefferson Elementary School part of?
North Jefferson Elementary School is part of Jefferson County Schools.
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