JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the LOVINGTON school district, located in LOVINGTON, NM with about 248 students. 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 13 teachers, JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY 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 300 West Jefferson Avenue in Lovington, New Mexico, serves as a primary educational institution within the Lovington Municipal School District. Dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment, the school focuses on building a strong academic foundation for its young students while promoting social and emotional growth. The campus serves as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing the importance of early childhood development and preparation for future academic success.
The school is committed to utilizing modern resources and educational strategies to meet the diverse needs of its student body. By maintaining a focus on core subjects and personal development, JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY aims to cultivate a positive school culture where students feel encouraged to explore their potential. Families interested in specific programs, academic calendars, or contact information for the school can visit their official website at [lmsdjefferson.sharpschool.net](http://lmsdjefferson.sharpschool.net/).
For more information, contact JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY at (505) 739-2200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
LOVINGTON, NM 88260
(505) 739-2200
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in LOVINGTON, NM with about 248 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Mexico
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- LOVINGTON
- Total Students:
- 248
- Teachers:
- 13.78
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 248 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 76% of the student body.
- Hispanic/Latino
- 76.2%
- White
- 21.8%
- Black or African American
- 2.0%
- Female
- 52.4%
- Male
- 47.6%
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.