JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jefferson Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Calexico Unified school district, located in Calexico, CA with about 749 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, Jefferson Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. 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.

Jefferson Elementary School, located at 1120 E. Seventh St. in Calexico, California, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Calexico Unified School District. Positioned in the heart of the Imperial Valley, the school plays a vital role in the local community, catering to a diverse student population and focusing on providing a supportive academic environment that prepares children for their future educational pursuits.

As part of the Calexico Unified School District, the school aligns its curriculum and programs with district-wide goals to foster student success, personal development, and literacy. Families interested in specific school policies, academic calendars, current programs, or contact information for administration and staff can find comprehensive resources through the district’s official website at http://www2.cusdk12.org.

For more information, contact Jefferson Elementary at (760) 768-3812 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.