For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 593 students in Jefferson, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Jefferson, TX are Jefferson Elementary School and Jefferson J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jefferson, TX public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in Jefferson have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Jefferson, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
301 W Harrison
Jefferson, TX 75657
(903) 665-2461
Jefferson, TX 75657
(903) 665-2461
Gr: 1-4 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson J High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
804 N Alley
Jefferson, TX 75657
(903) 665-2461
Jefferson, TX 75657
(903) 665-2461
Gr: 5-8 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Jefferson, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Jefferson, TX include Jefferson Elementary School and Jefferson J High 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 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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