JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the SCHALMONT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in SCHENECTADY, NY with about 631 students offering grade levels from 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 41 teachers, JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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 100 Princetown Road in Schenectady, New York, serves as a primary educational facility within the Schalmont Central School District. As a key component of the district’s infrastructure, the school is dedicated to fostering foundational academic growth and personal development for its young student population. The school environment is structured to support a well-rounded curriculum that emphasizes core subjects while encouraging social-emotional learning and community engagement.

The school operates under the mission of the Schalmont Central School District, which focuses on providing a supportive and inclusive atmosphere for all learners. By leveraging local resources and maintaining a strong connection with families in the Princetown area, Jefferson Elementary strives to prepare its students for the transition to middle school. Those interested in specific school policies, academic calendars, or district-wide initiatives can find comprehensive information on the official school website at http://www.schalmont.org.

For more information, contact JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (518) 355-1342 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.