Jefferson Academy

About Jefferson Academy

Jefferson Academy is a prestigious private school located in the heart of downtown. Founded in 1894, it has a long history of providing quality education to its students. The school offers a wide range of courses in the arts, sciences, and humanities, as well as a variety of extracurricular activities for its students. Jefferson Academy is known for its rigorous academic standards and its commitment to excellence.
The campus is home to a diverse student body from all walks of life. The school provides a safe and supportive environment for its students to learn and grow. With its small class sizes, students are able to get the individual attention they need to succeed.
Students of Jefferson Academy are encouraged to explore their passions and develop their interests. The school provides a wide range of activities and clubs that allow students to engage in activities outside of the classroom. From robotics to debate, Jefferson Academy offers something for everyone.
Jefferson Academy is dedicated to helping each student reach their full potential. With its experienced faculty and innovative curriculum, students are sure to receive a top-notch education. Jefferson Academy is a great choice for any student looking for an excellent education.

Address:	1264 Midton St. Hanford, CA 93232
Phone:	(559) 585-3700
Site:	hesd.k12.ca.us
Grades:	K – 8
Enrollment:	510 students

Overview Jefferson Academy

Jefferson Academy serves 510 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
Jefferson Academy placed in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Jefferson Academy

Jefferson Academy is ranked within the top 20% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Jefferson Academy is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.