JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jefferson Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the West Allis-West Milwaukee School District school district, located in West Allis, WI with about 536 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 36 teachers, Jefferson Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 7229 W. Becher St. in West Allis, Wisconsin, is a core institution within the West Allis-West Milwaukee (WAWM) School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. By utilizing a curriculum aligned with state standards, Jefferson aims to prepare its diverse student body for success in middle school and beyond, placing a strong focus on foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and science.

Beyond the classroom, Jefferson Elementary places significant value on community engagement and the partnership between educators and families. The school environment is structured to be inclusive and encouraging, often integrating extracurricular opportunities and support services to meet the varied needs of its students. As part of the WAWM district, the school benefits from district-wide resources and a commitment to continuous improvement, ensuring that students have access to modern educational tools and a safe, nurturing space to grow.

For more information, contact Jefferson Elementary at (414) 604-4110 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.