JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jefferson Elem is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the El Dorado school district, located in El Dorado, KS with about 159 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 1st 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 8 teachers, Jefferson Elem has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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 1216 W Third Ave. in El Dorado, Kansas, serves as a foundational academic institution within the El Dorado Public Schools (USD 490) district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational literacy, numeracy, and social development for its young student population. By focusing on individualized attention and character growth, the school aims to prepare its students for a successful transition into middle school and beyond.

As part of the broader El Dorado school community, Jefferson Elementary utilizes the resources and curriculum standards provided by the district to ensure students meet state educational goals. The school emphasizes a partnership between educators, families, and the local community to enhance the overall educational experience. For those seeking specific information regarding current school policies, enrollment procedures, or extracurricular opportunities, the district’s official website at [http://www.eldoradoschools.org](http://www.eldoradoschools.org) serves as the primary hub for administrative updates and school-specific news.

For more information, contact Jefferson Elem at (316) 322-4840 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.