Serving 383 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jefferson Elementary - 06 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Elementary - 06 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary - 06's student population of 383 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson Elementary - 06 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary - 06 is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#385 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
19%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
1%
3%
White
62%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Elementary - 06's ranking?
Jefferson Elementary - 06 is ranked #385 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Jefferson Elementary - 06 often compared to?
Jefferson Elementary - 06is often viewed alongside schools like Buchanan Elementary - 03, Kennedy Elementary - 08 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary - 06?
383 students attend Jefferson Elementary - 06.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Jefferson Elementary - 06 students are White, 19% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary - 06?
Jefferson Elementary - 06 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary - 06 offer ?
Jefferson Elementary - 06 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jefferson Elementary - 06 part of?
Jefferson Elementary - 06 is part of Pierre School District 32-2.
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