For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 590 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 24% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), 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 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Jefferson, TX (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: 1-4
| 267 students
Rank: #22.
Jefferson J High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
804 N Alley
Jefferson, TX 75657
(903) 665-2461
Jefferson, TX 75657
(903) 665-2461
Grades: 5-8
| 323 students
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 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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