Jefferson Ave Elementary School serves 224 students in grades Prekindergarten-3.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 83%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Jefferson Ave Elementary School's student population of 224 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
224 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1932
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jefferson Ave Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)≥90%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)≥90%
83%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
94%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Jefferson Ave Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson Ave Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bellaire Elementary School, Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% OH state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 83% OH state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Ave Elementary School?
224 students attend Jefferson Ave Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Jefferson Ave Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Ave Elementary School?
Jefferson Ave Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jefferson Ave Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Ave Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Ave Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Ave Elementary School is part of Shadyside Local School District.
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