JAY W. JEFFERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jay W. Jeffers Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Clark County school district, located in Las Vegas, NV with about 793 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 49 teachers, Jay W. Jeffers Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Jay W. Jeffers Elementary School, located on Clifford Street in Las Vegas, is a public school within the Clark County School District. Serving the North Las Vegas area, the school is named in honor of Jay W. Jeffers, a dedicated educator who made significant contributions to the local school system. The campus functions as a neighborhood hub, focusing on providing a foundational education to students in grades PK–5, with a mission centered on fostering academic growth and developing the social-emotional well-being of its diverse student body.

The school is characterized by its commitment to student achievement and community engagement. Like many schools in the Clark County district, Jeffers Elementary emphasizes core curriculum standards in literacy and mathematics while striving to create an inclusive environment that supports students from various backgrounds. Through its various programs and staff dedication, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond, serving as a vital educational pillar for families in the 89115 zip code.

For more information, contact Jay W. Jeffers Elementary School at (702) 799-2100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.