JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jefferson Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Muscatine Comm School District school district, located in Muscatine, 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 35 teachers, Jefferson Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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 in Muscatine, Iowa, is a key part of the Muscatine Community School District. Dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment, the school serves students in the local area by focusing on both academic excellence and the social-emotional development of its young learners. The campus on Mulberry Avenue serves as a central hub for the community, emphasizing a collaborative approach that involves teachers, students, and families working together to achieve educational success.

The school is committed to preparing its students for future transitions by maintaining a rigorous curriculum that meets state standards while integrating modern learning tools. Through its official website, the school provides parents and guardians with easy access to important resources, including school calendars, policy information, and district-wide initiatives. By prioritizing a well-rounded educational experience, Jefferson Elementary aims to instill a lifelong love of learning and a strong sense of citizenship in all of its students.

For more information, contact Jefferson Elementary School at (563) 263-8800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1000 Mulberry Ave
Muscatine, IA 52761
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JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Muscatine, IA with about 450 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Iowa

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
450
Teachers:
35.59
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 450 students

Hispanic/Latino
46.0%
White
43.1%
Black or African American
6.2%
Two or more races
4.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
49.8%
Male
50.2%

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.