Jefferson Elementary School serves 390 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 78%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 390 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)65-69%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
31%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
43%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
13%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
80%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 63% AZ state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 78% AZ state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
390 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Jefferson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are White, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary School?
Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of Winslow Unified District (4387) School District.
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