Jefferson Middle School serves 279 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 62% (which was higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 53%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 45% (which was lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 was higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
279 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)62%
53%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)45%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
91%
63%
White
1%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 53% DC state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% DC state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Middle School?
279 students attend Jefferson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Jefferson Middle School students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Middle School?
Jefferson Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jefferson Middle School offer ?
Jefferson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jefferson Middle School part of?
Jefferson Middle School is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools.
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