Serving 379 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Jeffers Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jeffers Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Jeffers Elementary School's student population of 379 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
379 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Motto
Big Enough to Challenge, Small Enough to Care
School Rankings
Jeffers Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jeffers Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#33 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
89%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jeffers Elementary School's ranking?
Jeffers Elementary School is ranked #33 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Jeffers Elementary School often compared to?
Jeffers Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holmes Elementary School, Lake Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Jeffers Elementary School?
379 students attend Jeffers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Jeffers Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jeffers Elementary School?
Jeffers Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Jeffers Elementary School offer ?
Jeffers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jeffers Elementary School part of?
Jeffers Elementary School is part of Spring Lake School District.
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