JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT school district, located in BOISE, ID with about 284 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 19 teachers, JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 200 South Latah Street in Boise, Idaho, is a public elementary school serving students within the Boise School District. Situated in a residential area of the city, the school is known for its focus on providing a foundational academic experience while fostering a supportive community environment. It generally serves the local neighborhood, emphasizing early childhood development and core curriculum subjects like reading, writing, and mathematics.
As a member of the Boise School District, Jefferson Elementary benefits from the district's broad resources, including integrated technology in the classroom and a commitment to extracurricular enrichment. The school typically places a strong emphasis on student safety, social-emotional learning, and parental involvement, aiming to create a collaborative atmosphere where families and educators work together to support student success. The facility serves as a central hub for the surrounding community, reflecting the district’s dedication to public education and long-term student growth.
For more information, contact JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (208) 854-5260 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
BOISE, ID 83705-1537
(208) 854-5260
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in BOISE, ID with about 284 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Idaho
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
- Total Students:
- 284
- Teachers:
- 19.61
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide 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 284 students
- White
- 53.5%
- Black or African American
- 23.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 10.2%
- Asian
- 7.0%
- Two or more races
- 3.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 2.1%
- Female
- 44.4%
- Male
- 55.6%
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.