JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the JEFFERSON COUNTY JOINT DISTRICT school district, located in RIGBY, ID with about 636 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd 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 25 teachers, JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. 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 is a public school located in Rigby, Idaho, serving students within the Jefferson County Joint School District 251. As a foundational educational institution in the community, the school focuses on providing a structured learning environment for elementary-aged children, emphasizing core academic skills such as literacy, mathematics, and social development. The school is committed to fostering a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best while preparing for their future transition into middle school.

The school benefits from being part of a tight-knit community in Rigby, often characterized by strong parental involvement and a collaborative relationship between educators and families. Beyond the standard curriculum, Jefferson Elementary typically promotes a culture of character development and student engagement, utilizing local resources to enhance the educational experience. By prioritizing both academic excellence and social-emotional growth, the school plays a vital role in the long-term success of the students and the broader Jefferson County area.

For more information, contact JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (208) 745-0758 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

306 N 3700 E
RIGBY, ID 83442-5454
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JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in RIGBY, ID with about 636 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Idaho

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
636
Teachers:
25.21
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd 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 636 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 88% of the student body.

White
88.1%
Hispanic/Latino
8.8%
Two or more races
2.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%
Black or African American
0.5%
Asian
0.2%

Female
53.1%
Male
46.9%

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.