JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jefferson Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Davenport Comm School District school district, located in Davenport, IA with about 450 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 38 teachers, Jefferson Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 1027 Marquette Street in Davenport, Iowa, is a public institution operating under the Davenport Community School District. Situated in the heart of the community, the school is dedicated to providing a foundational education for students in the surrounding neighborhoods, fostering both academic growth and social development within a structured learning environment.

As part of the broader Davenport school system, Jefferson Elementary emphasizes the district’s mission of preparing students for future success through comprehensive curriculum standards and supportive instructional practices. The school serves as a local hub for families, maintaining a focus on inclusivity and community engagement while leveraging district resources to support diverse student needs and educational excellence.

For more information, contact Jefferson Elementary School at (563) 723-6700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.