Serving 270 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 270 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
270 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#435 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
American Indian
7%
11%
Asian
10%
1%
Hispanic
20%
8%
Black
22%
5%
White
35%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Fargo 1 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #435 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Elementary School, Lewis And Clark Elementary School, Bennett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
270 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are American Indian, and 6% 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 8:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of Fargo 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Jefferson Elementary School located?
Jefferson Elementary School is located in the Jefferson neighborhood of Fargo, ND.
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