For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 478 students in Jefferson, OR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Jefferson, OR are Jefferson Elementary School and Jefferson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jefferson, OR public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Jefferson have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Oregon public elementary school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Jefferson, OR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
615 N 2nd St
Jefferson, OR 97352
(541) 327-3337
Jefferson, OR 97352
(541) 327-3337
Gr: K-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2180 Talbot Rd Se
Jefferson, OR 97352
(541) 327-3337
Jefferson, OR 97352
(541) 327-3337
Gr: 6-8 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Jefferson, OR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Jefferson, OR include Jefferson Elementary School and Jefferson Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Jefferson?
2 public elementary schools are located in Jefferson.
What is the racial composition of students in Jefferson?
Jefferson public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Oregon public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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