JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

JEFFERSON ELEM SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in OMAHA, NE with about 471 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 33 teachers, JEFFERSON ELEM 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 4065 Vinton Street in Omaha, Nebraska, serves the students of the Omaha Public Schools district. Situated in the heart of South Omaha, the school is known for being a neighborhood-focused institution that supports a diverse student body. Like many schools in the Omaha Public Schools system, Jefferson is dedicated to providing a foundational academic experience, emphasizing core curriculum subjects while fostering a welcoming environment for children in the surrounding residential community.

The school is characterized by its commitment to community engagement and student development. As a public elementary school, it focuses on preparing students for their future academic journeys through structured classroom learning, extracurricular opportunities, and social-emotional support. By maintaining a presence in the Vinton Street area, Jefferson Elementary acts as a vital educational hub for local families, working to ensure that its students have the resources necessary to succeed in a rapidly changing educational landscape.

For more information, contact JEFFERSON ELEM SCHOOL at (402) 554-6590 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.