Serving 463 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 463 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#602 out of 2052 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)56%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)69%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
9%
Hispanic
19%
25%
Black
4%
5%
White
46%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #602 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
463 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary School?
Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of Everett School District.
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