JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the JEROME JOINT DISTRICT school district, located in JEROME, ID with about 582 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 3rd 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 29 teachers, JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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 Jerome, Idaho, serving students in the Jerome Joint School District. As a primary education facility, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that focuses on foundational academic skills, social-emotional development, and the preparation of students for their transition to middle school. It serves as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing collaboration between educators, parents, and students to promote consistent educational growth.

The school is characterized by its commitment to the diverse needs of its student body, often utilizing small-group instruction and localized classroom settings to ensure that individual learning goals are met. Beyond the core curriculum—which includes math, reading, science, and social studies—Jefferson Elementary typically incorporates programs focused on character building and student engagement. By maintaining a focus on creating a welcoming and safe campus culture, the school strives to instill a lifelong love of learning in its young students while upholding the educational standards of the Jerome community.

For more information, contact JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (208) 324-8896 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.