JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jefferson Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Janesville School District school district, located in Janesville, WI with about 330 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 28 teachers, Jefferson Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 1831 Mount Zion Ave in Janesville, Wisconsin, is a public primary school serving the local community as part of the School District of Janesville. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and the foundational skills necessary for student success in later grades. By utilizing the resources and curriculum standards provided by the Janesville school system, the faculty focuses on creating an inclusive atmosphere that meets the diverse needs of its elementary-aged student body.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Jefferson Elementary serves as a vital hub for the surrounding Janesville neighborhood. The school prioritizes strong partnerships between educators, students, and families to ensure a well-rounded educational experience. Through a variety of classroom activities and school-wide initiatives, the institution aims to cultivate not only academic proficiency but also a sense of community responsibility and lifelong learning habits in its students. For additional information regarding specific programs, enrollment, or school policies, interested parties can visit their official district webpage.

For more information, contact Jefferson Elementary at (608) 743-6600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1831 Mount Zion Ave
Janesville, WI 53545-1299
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JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Janesville, WI with about 330 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Wisconsin

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
330
Teachers:
28.7
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:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 330 students

White
65.2%
Hispanic/Latino
19.1%
Two or more races
8.2%
Asian
3.6%
Black or African American
3.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
43.9%
Male
56.1%

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.