JEFFERSON PRIMARY SCHOOL
JEFFERSON PRI SCH is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the JEFFERSON ISD school district, located in JEFFERSON, TX with about 170 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to Kindergarten. 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 10 teachers, JEFFERSON PRI SCH has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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 Primary School, located at 304 W Broadway in Jefferson, Texas, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Jefferson Independent School District. As a primary school, it focuses on the early academic and social development of young students, typically encompassing early elementary grade levels. The school is situated in the heart of Jefferson, reflecting the community-oriented nature of the district, and it strives to provide a nurturing environment where children can build the essential literacy, numeracy, and interpersonal skills necessary for their future educational success.
The school is known for its role in the tight-knit Jefferson community, where it emphasizes a supportive atmosphere tailored to the needs of young learners. By fostering a collaborative relationship between teachers, students, and families, Jefferson Primary School works to ensure that students receive a well-rounded start to their academic careers. Its location on West Broadway places it centrally within the town, allowing it to act as a hub for local families as they navigate the critical early stages of their children's development.
For more information, contact JEFFERSON PRI SCH at (903) 665-2461 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
JEFFERSON, TX 75657
(903) 665-2461
JEFFERSON PRIMARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in JEFFERSON, TX with about 170 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- JEFFERSON ISD
- Total Students:
- 170
- Teachers:
- 10.05
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (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 170 students
- White
- 51.8%
- Black or African American
- 40.6%
- Two or more races
- 4.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 1.8%
- Asian
- 0.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.6%
- Female
- 54.1%
- Male
- 45.9%
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.