West Jefferson Elementary School

26501 Barkley Road
Conifer, CO 80433
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 269 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 269 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 20% in CO
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

West Jefferson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

West Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 269 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
269 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
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School Rankings

West Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Jefferson Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CO)
#285 out of 1779 schools
(Top 20%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of West Jefferson Elementary School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
50-54%
32%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of West Jefferson Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Colorado by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
55-59%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of West Jefferson Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Colorado by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of West Jefferson Elementary School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
n/a
1%
This chart displays the percentage of American Indian students in West Jefferson Elementary School and percentage of American Indian public school students in Colorado by year, with the latest 2013-14 school year data.
Asian
1%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in West Jefferson Elementary School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hispanic
9%
35%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in West Jefferson Elementary School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
n/a
5%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in West Jefferson Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in Colorado by year, with the latest 2011-12 school year data.
White
85%
51%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in West Jefferson Elementary School and the percentage of White public school students in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in West Jefferson Elementary School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in West Jefferson Elementary School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Colorado.
0.27
This chart displays the diversity score of West Jefferson Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
33%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in West Jefferson Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in West Jefferson Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
West Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #285 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are West Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
West Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilmot Elementary School, Elk Creek Elementary School, Marshdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend West Jefferson Elementary School?
269 students attend West Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of West Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Jefferson Elementary School?
West Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does West Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
West Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Jefferson Elementary School part of?
West Jefferson Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.

School Calendar

View the West Jefferson Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event
Date
No School - Fall Break
October 18, 2024 (Friday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Early Release
May 23, 2025 (Friday)

School Reviews

5   5/17/2016
There is nothing bad about West Jeff Elementary School. It's a good learning enviroment for all ages and grades. The teachers are nice and the lunch is healthy. The school offers music, art, and gym. If you want your child to begin his or her first day of school without a hitch, then West Jefferson Elementary is the the best choice.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - ben

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 269 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

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