JEFFERSON CO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

JEFFERSON CO ELEM SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jefferson County School District school district, located in FAYETTE, MS with about 509 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th 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 26 teachers, JEFFERSON CO ELEM SCHOOL 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 County Elementary School, located in Fayette, Mississippi, serves as a primary educational institution for the students of the Jefferson County School District. Situated on Highway 33, the school focuses on building a foundational academic environment for children in the community, emphasizing core curriculum subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. As part of a rural school district, the institution plays a central role in the lives of local families, aiming to support student development during their formative elementary years.

Beyond its academic offerings, the school typically strives to foster a supportive learning culture that encourages student engagement and social-emotional growth. Like many schools in the region, Jefferson County Elementary works to address the specific educational needs of its diverse student body while navigating the challenges of rural public education. By providing essential resources and instruction, the school functions as a hub for community advancement, preparing its students for the transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact JEFFERSON CO ELEM SCHOOL at (601) 786-6003 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.