Jefferson Elementary

Jefferson Elementary
221 Old Hernandez Rd.
Paicines, CA 95043
4 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary is a small, rural public school located in Paicines, California, serving students in San Benito County. Situated in a remote, agricultural setting along Old Hernandez Road, the school operates as a vital community hub for families living in the surrounding area. Due to its location, the school typically maintains a tight-knit environment with small class sizes, allowing for personalized attention and a focus on the foundational development of its young student body.

As part of the Panoche School District, Jefferson Elementary is characterized by its historic charm and commitment to providing quality education in a non-traditional, rural environment. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state standards while navigating the unique challenges and opportunities presented by its secluded setting. By fostering a close relationship between teachers, parents, and local residents, the school aims to create a supportive learning atmosphere that emphasizes both academic growth and the close bonds of the local community.
4
Total Students
0.8
Full-Time Teachers
5.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    2 (50.0%)
  • Hispanic
    2 (50.0%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Jefferson Elementary
Phone: (831)389-4593
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 4
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 0.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 5.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Provision 2
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 1 1
Grade 2 1
Grade 4 1
Grade 8 1
Gender Ratio