JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY
488 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School, located on Mollica Drive in Gallup, New Mexico, is a public institution serving the local community within the Gallup-McKinley County School District. As a foundational educational site, the school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to foster the intellectual, social, and emotional development of its elementary-aged students. The school plays a vital role in the regional education system, emphasizing foundational literacy, numeracy, and essential life skills within a supportive learning environment.
The school reflects the unique cultural and geographic landscape of the Gallup area, striving to engage students through a variety of instructional methods and community-focused initiatives. By maintaining a structured educational program, Jefferson Elementary works to prepare its young learners for successful transitions to middle school while collaborating closely with families and stakeholders. For those seeking detailed information regarding specific school policies, academic calendars, or current faculty initiatives, the school’s official website serves as a primary hub for ongoing communication and community engagement.
The school reflects the unique cultural and geographic landscape of the Gallup area, striving to engage students through a variety of instructional methods and community-focused initiatives. By maintaining a structured educational program, Jefferson Elementary works to prepare its young learners for successful transitions to middle school while collaborating closely with families and stakeholders. For those seeking detailed information regarding specific school policies, academic calendars, or current faculty initiatives, the school’s official website serves as a primary hub for ongoing communication and community engagement.
488
Total Students
26.0
Full-Time Teachers
18.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
84.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 21 |
| Hispanic | 138 |
| Black | 2 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 12 |
| American Indian | 311 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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American Indian311 (63.7 %)
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Hispanic138 (28.3 %)
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White21 (4.3 %)
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Two or More12 (2.5 %)
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Asian3 (0.6 %)
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Black2 (0.4 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | GALLUP-MCKINLEY CTY SCHOOLS |
| Phone: | (505)721-3000 |
| Website: | http://jfe.gmcs.org/ |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 488 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 26.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 412 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
30
Kindergarten
72
Grade 1
64
Grade 2
76
Grade 3
86
Grade 4
81
Grade 5
79
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 30 |
| Kindergarten | 72 |
| Grade 1 | 64 |
| Grade 2 | 76 |
| Grade 3 | 86 |
| Grade 4 | 81 |
| Grade 5 | 79 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 235 | 48.2% |
| Male | 253 | 51.8% |
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