Summary:
In zip code 75657 (Jefferson, TX), there are two elementary schools serving grades PK-4 within the Jefferson Independent School District (Isd), a district rated 2 stars and ranked in the 30th percentile statewide, where a high rate of economic disadvantage (78-89% free/reduced lunch) shapes the educational landscape.
Jefferson Elementary (grades 1-4, 286 students) is the only school with standardized test data, showing a mixed academic picture. While 3rd-grade Reading (54.84% proficient) slightly exceeds the state average, performance drops sharply in 4th-grade Reading (39.73% proficient) and remains consistently low in Math across both grades (33-35% proficient). This school benefits from a very low student-to-teacher ratio of 11.8:1, suggesting small class sizes. In contrast, Jefferson Pri School (PK-K, 149 students) serves the youngest and most disadvantaged students (89.26% economically disadvantaged) and spends significantly more per student ($16,563 vs. $12,541), yet has a higher student-to-teacher ratio of 16.5:1, indicating the extra funds likely go toward specialized early childhood programs rather than reducing class sizes.
The key takeaway for parents is the stark contrast between the two schools. Jefferson Pri School invests heavily in early education despite larger class sizes, while Jefferson Elementary offers smaller classes but struggles with academic performance, especially in Math and the transition to 4th-grade Reading. The only academic bright spot is 3rd-grade Reading at Jefferson Elementary, which is overshadowed by weaknesses in all other tested areas. Overall, families should consider that the high poverty rate likely compounds these challenges, and the district's 2-star rating reflects significant room for improvement across both schools.
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