Serving 591 students in grades 6-8, Jefferson Traditional School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Traditional School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Jefferson Traditional School's student population of 591 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
591 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson Traditional School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Traditional School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1499 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
18%
15%
Black
42%
14%
White
26%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Traditional School's ranking?
Jefferson Traditional School is ranked #1499 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Jefferson Traditional School often compared to?
Jefferson Traditional Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lasalle Academy, Dickinson Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Traditional School?
591 students attend Jefferson Traditional School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Jefferson Traditional School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Traditional School?
Jefferson Traditional School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jefferson Traditional School offer ?
Jefferson Traditional School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Traditional School part of?
Jefferson Traditional School is part of South Bend Community School Corp School District.
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