WEST JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
West Jefferson Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Jefferson County school district, located in Quinton, AL with about 140 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 7 teachers, West Jefferson Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
West Jefferson Elementary School, located in Quinton, Alabama, is a public school serving students in the Jefferson County School District. Situated in a rural community, the school focuses on providing a foundational education that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and a supportive learning environment for its young learners. As part of the broader Jefferson County system, the school utilizes standardized curriculum resources and technology integration to prepare students for the transition to middle school.
The school is deeply integrated into the local Quinton community, often acting as a hub for student-centered activities and parent involvement. Through its website and school initiatives, West Jefferson Elementary prioritizes communication between staff and families, fostering a collaborative culture designed to help students succeed both inside and outside the classroom. The school maintains a commitment to the mission of the Jefferson County Board of Education, striving to ensure that all students have access to quality instruction in a safe and nurturing facility.
For more information, contact West Jefferson Elementary School at (205) 379-5550 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Quinton, AL 35130
(205) 379-5550
WEST JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Quinton, AL with about 140 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Alabama
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Jefferson County
- Total Students:
- 140
- Teachers:
- 7.7
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 140 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WEST JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 91% of the student body.
- White
- 91.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.0%
- Black or African American
- 2.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.4%
- Female
- 51.4%
- Male
- 48.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.