Jefferson Elementary School

About Jefferson Elementary School

Jefferson Elementary School is a public school located in the heart of a vibrant and diverse community. The school is committed to providing a safe and welcoming learning environment for all students. The school has a strong focus on academic achievement, with a rigorous curriculum and high expectations for student success. Jefferson Elementary also offers a variety of extracurricular activities and clubs, including sports, music, art, and theater.
The school has a strong commitment to community involvement, with a variety of events and activities that involve parents and community members. The school also provides a variety of resources to help students reach their educational goals. Jefferson Elementary has a dedicated staff of teachers and administrators who are committed to helping students reach their full potential.
At Jefferson Elementary, we strive to provide an environment that is welcoming and supportive of all students. We believe that every student has the potential to succeed, and we are committed to helping them reach their goals.

Address:	120 S Jefferson Ave Mesa, AZ 85208
Phone:	(480) 472-8703
Site:	mpsaz.org
Grades:	Pre-K – 6
Enrollment:	476 students

Overview Jefferson Elementary School

Jefferson Elementary School serves 476 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
Jefferson Elementary School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is equal to the Arizona state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Jefferson Elementary School

Jefferson Elementary School is ranked within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.