JEFFERSON COUNTY UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

JEFFERSON COUNTY UPPER ELEMENTARY is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Jefferson County School District school district, located in FAYETTE, MS with about 189 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 6th 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 10 teachers, JEFFERSON COUNTY UPPER ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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 COUNTY UPPER ELEMENTARY School, located at 442 Hwy 33 in Fayette, Mississippi, serves as a key educational institution within the Jefferson County School District. As an "upper elementary" facility, the school typically bridges the gap between primary education and middle school, focusing on the academic and social development of students in the middle-to-upper elementary grade levels (generally grades 3 through 5 or 6). The school’s mission is centered on providing a foundational learning environment that prepares students for the increased rigor of secondary education.

The school operates as a central part of the Fayette community, reflecting the district’s broader commitment to fostering student achievement in a rural setting. Like many schools in the area, JEFFERSON COUNTY UPPER ELEMENTARY emphasizes essential curriculum areas such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while working to provide a supportive atmosphere for its student body. By focusing on fundamental skills and character development, the school aims to ensure that students are equipped with the necessary tools to succeed as they transition into higher grade levels.

For more information, contact JEFFERSON COUNTY UPPER ELEMENTARY at (601) 786-3900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.