Serving 388 students in grades 5-8, Jefferson ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jefferson's student population of 388 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
388 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Jefferson ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#996 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
45%
12%
Hispanic
29%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
18%
20%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson's ranking?
Jefferson is ranked #996 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Jefferson often compared to?
Jeffersonis often viewed alongside schools like Anthony C. Traina Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Jefferson?
388 students attend Jefferson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Jefferson students are Asian, 29% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson?
Jefferson has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Jefferson offer ?
Jefferson offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Jefferson part of?
Jefferson is part of Jefferson Elementary School District.
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