Serving 406 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jeffers Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jeffers Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Jeffers Hill Elementary School's student population of 406 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
406 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1985
School Calendar
School Motto
At JHES, we inspire greatness!
School Rankings
Jeffers Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jeffers Hill Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#520 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
20%
24%
Black
40%
32%
White
21%
31%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jeffers Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Jeffers Hill Elementary School is ranked #520 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Jeffers Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Jeffers Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stevens Forest Elementary School, Talbott Springs 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 27% MD state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Jeffers Hill Elementary School?
406 students attend Jeffers Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Jeffers Hill Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jeffers Hill Elementary School?
Jeffers Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jeffers Hill Elementary School offer ?
Jeffers Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jeffers Hill Elementary School part of?
Jeffers Hill Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
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