Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 466 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1229 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
24%
13%
Black
36%
7%
White
20%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
19%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #1229 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Neil Armstrong Elementary School, Alan Shepard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
466 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Jefferson Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary School?
Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of Davenport Comm School District.
School Reviews
5 11/2/2017
Excellent school with teachers that care about their students. Prepares students for real life.
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