Serving 396 students in grades 5-6, Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 396 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (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 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1221 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
15:1
American Indian
9%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
29%
21%
Black
11%
8%
White
28%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
22%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Ardmore School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #1221 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Charles Evans Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
396 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Jefferson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary School?
Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of Ardmore School District.
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