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Jefferson Academy

Q: Is Jefferson Academy a good school?

Jefferson Academy ranks 116 th of 547 Utah elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Public, Charter Grades K-6

116^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 547 Utah Elementary Schools

Better than 79% of Utah elementary schools

Summary

Jefferson Academy is a public charter elementary school located in Kaysville, Utah, serving 571 students in grades K-6. The school is part of the Jefferson Academy District, which is ranked 21 out of 93 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Academically, Jefferson Academy has shown a mixed performance compared to the state average and nearby schools. While the school excels in science, particularly in 5th grade where students outperform the state average by a significant margin, its English Language Arts proficiency rates are more in line with or slightly below the state average across all grade levels. In mathematics, Jefferson Academy's 4th grade students perform exceptionally well, with proficiency rates well above the state average. However, the school's overall academic performance is generally on par or slightly lower than the top-performing schools in the Davis District, such as Windridge School, Endeavour School, and H.C. Burton School.

One notable concern at Jefferson Academy is its relatively high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 23.8% to 33.6% over the past few years, which are significantly higher than the state average and the nearby schools. Additionally, the school has a lower percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch compared to the nearby schools, suggesting a relatively higher socioeconomic status of its student population. These factors may contribute to the school's academic performance and present opportunities for improvement, as Jefferson Academy could potentially learn from the practices and strategies of the higher-performing schools in the area.

502

Students ?

19.1

Student/teacher ratio ?

$6,114

Per pupil spending ?

13.1%

Free/discounted lunch ?

1425 S Angel St
Kaysville, UT 84037

(801) 593-8200

District: Jefferson Academy

Racial breakdown:

White:

81.9%

Hispanic:

7.2%

Two or more races:

5.2%

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At a glance

▲ Ranking trend: Improving — 69th percentile in 2015 → 79th in 2025

Strengths

✓Test scores above the Utah average (60% vs 48% meeting standards)

✓Ranks in the top 21% of Utah elementary schools

✓Ranking is trending up — up 10 percentile points since 2015

Worth a look

!Some student groups rank well below the school's overall statewide standing

Students meeting standards (2024-2025) ?

This school60%

District avg60%

Utah avg48%

116^th of 547

Utah public elementary schools ?

Top 21%▲ up 10 pts since 2015

From top 31% (2015) to top 21% (2025)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

21^st of 93Jefferson Academy among Utah districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Utah percentile	Rating
2025	75.7	116 of 547	78.8%	★★★★☆
2024	68.4	168 of 561	70.1%	★★★★☆
2023	53.2	258 of 561	54.0%	★★★☆☆
2022	59.7	219 of 551	60.3%	★★★☆☆
2021	60.2	219 of 559	60.8%	★★★☆☆
2019	80.1	84 of 572	85.3%	★★★★☆
2018	72.2	136 of 528	74.2%	★★★★☆
2017	59.0	214 of 526	59.3%	★★★☆☆
2016	72.4	125 of 533	76.5%	★★★★☆
2015	67.1	167 of 537	68.9%	★★★☆☆
2013	57.5	290 of 576	49.7%	★★★☆☆
2012	68.2	194 of 579	66.5%	★★★☆☆
2011	65.0	224 of 563	60.2%	★★★☆☆
2010	51.7	281 of 518	45.8%	★★☆☆☆

White

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Utah percentile	Rating
2025	58.3	162 of 408	60.3%	★★★☆☆
2024	49.1	233 of 429	45.7%	★★☆☆☆
2023	30.0	320 of 428	25.2%	★☆☆☆☆
2022	45.8	245 of 435	43.7%	★★☆☆☆

How student groups rank statewide ? (each group's percentile vs the same group at other schools — higher is better; the +/- beside each compares the group with this school's overall percentile)

White (2025)60th percentile-18 vs school

By subject vs Utah (2024-2025) ?

Science69%+17 vs state

Mathematics53%+9 vs state

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What people are saying

by a teacher
Wednesday, March 6, 2019

I think this school is awesome. The teachers are well qualified and actually enjoy teaching. They come prepared and work together to help every student succeed. Close Quote

by a teacher
Tuesday, March 5, 2019

This is the best administration I've ever had as a teacher. Super supportive and willing to bend over backwards to get supplies and services needed for the classrooms. Close Quote

by a teacher
Tuesday, March 5, 2019

Jefferson Academy provides a great learning environment for students in all grades! The morale of the school is positive and uplifting. I love the core principles that are taught school wide that assist in building strong foundations and in turn will help children succeed in the future! Close Quote

by a parent
Monday, March 4, 2019

I love the emphasis on history. Students learn amazing information about the world that contributes to our nations history. Other subjects are integrated into the history lessons making them relevant in all areas. Close Quote

by a parent
Monday, March 4, 2019

I am a teacher at Jefferson Academy, and both of my own children are graduates. We have loved the small class sizes and the caring teachers who not only guided their minds but helped them through difficult times and celebrated their successes. Close Quote

by a teacher
Sunday, March 3, 2019

Jefferson Academy is a great school. It’s organized, cared for, and a happy place to be. The grade level teachers care so much about the students success in the classroom and are willing to do anything to help them reach their full potential. I love that each student is tested at the beginning of the year and then placed in a leveled class for reading and math. It makes me know the children are getting extra practice in the subject if they need it and if they are ahead, are receiving above grade level education. Jefferson has a full library, a fun P.E. program, successful music programs, and learn new techniques in art each week. The director at Jefferson Academy wants the staff and students to succeed and does everything she can to make Jefferson a great environment. Close Quote

by a citizen
Saturday, March 2, 2019

I love that each child is challenged to become their personal best!
I have worked at JA 3 school years now and I really love my job the staff and the amazing children that attend our school. Close Quote

by a parent
Saturday, March 2, 2019

My kids and I love Jefferson Academy! The teachers really care about my children and do all that they can to help them succeed. My children love their teachers and have made great friends here. I would recommend Jefferson Academy to anyone looking for a school that promotes excellence. Close Quote

by a teacher
Friday, March 1, 2019

Jefferson Academy is such a positive learning environment. Some of the best educators I have ever met teach at this school. Close Quote

by a teacher
Friday, March 1, 2019

This school is fantastic. I have been working here for 5 years and absolutely love the school's environment. Honestly, my commute here is super long and I have thought about working at a closer school, but I will brave the commute to work here! The director is incredibly positive and organized, providing us with all the resources we need. I am constantly impressed how she really talks and connects with students. The other teachers are so creative and supportive, providing safe and caring classroom communities. The students are enthusiastic and well cared for. If I had children, I would choose to send them to this school! Close Quote

by a teacher
Friday, March 1, 2019

This is an amazing school. Students receive an excellent education from caring teachers. The director is incredible. She goes out of her way to make the school a great environment and creates excellent opportunities for students to become great citizens. Highly recommend this school. Close Quote

by a parent
Friday, March 1, 2019

My kids and I love Jefferson Academy. I am both a parent and a teacher at Jefferson. I know how hard the staff and faculty work to create a positive learning environment with academically challenging classes. Close Quote

by a teacher
Friday, March 1, 2019

This school is amazing. I've been working here for 3 years and all other schools I've worked at didn't even come close to our standards. Every student is cared about and administration works very hard to make sure that no one falls through the cracks. Our director make sure that all needs are met, both student and staff. This school is why I am for school choice. If you have the option to send your child here, you should. Close Quote

by a parent
Friday, March 1, 2019

I can NOT say enough good about Jefferson Academy. The teacher's really care about each child and work hard to see that each child is successful! Close Quote

by a teacher
Thursday, February 28, 2019

Jefferson Academy is such a wonderful school. It has a caring, effective administration. Our director knows every student by name and it really sets a positive tone for the whole school. The teachers who work here are all positive, diligent professionals who work hard to meet the needs of every student. I love it here! Close Quote

by a teacher
Thursday, February 28, 2019

What an amazing school! The focus on history builds character and really helps children learn about our country and develop a love of their country! The curriculum is differentiated and really focused on helping every child and meeting their needs. The teachers work well together and the principal knows almost every child by name. Its such a positive place to be! Close Quote

by a parent
Thursday, February 28, 2019

Fabulous school! Close Quote

by a citizen
Friday, February 24, 2017

This school's administration needs to have a serious overhaul. The director is unqualified, emotionally immature and lacks the leadership skills necessary to successfully run a school. Many teachers are unhappy and several families have left the school throughout the year. Kids are not in a nurturing environment and not taught to think for themselves. If administration and several teachers were replaced with caring professionals this school would thrive. Close Quote

by a parent
Sunday, June 26, 2011

I do not recommend this school. The board is running it into the ground and teachers and patrons are leaving. We will not be sending our kids back next year. The board chose to let the principal Mr. Bell go despite the outcry from the parents and teachers. He was the success behind the school. The board does not allow the parents to have any voice whatsoever, and they constantly overstep their bounds. Close Quote

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2025)				Ranking (2024)				RISE Mathematics (2025)				RISE Science (2025)			Per Pupil Expenditures (2019)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	SchoolDigger Rating (2025)	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	Rank Change from Previous Year	RISE Mathematics 3rd Grade	RISE Mathematics 4th Grade	RISE Mathematics 5th Grade	RISE Mathematics 6th Grade	RISE Science 4th Grade	RISE Science 5th Grade	RISE Science 6th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Jefferson Academy	Public, Charter	K-6	1425 S Angel St	Kaysville	84037	Davis County	Jefferson Academy	Yes	No	No	Yes	(801) 593-8200	502	26	19.1	13.1%	411 (81.9%)	3 (0.6%)	36 (7.2%)	20 (4.0%)	2 (0.4%)	4 (0.8%)	26 (5.2%)	75.7	116^th of 547 public elementary schools	78.8%		68.4	168^th of 561 public elementary schools	70.1%	52	49.3	64.2	52.8	47.0	65.7	73.6	68.8	$6,114	$511	$5,603
Snow Horse School	Public	PK, KG-6	1095 W Smith Lane	Kaysville	84037	Davis County	Davis District	No	No	No	No	(801) 402-7350	490	25	19.3	8.0%	441 (90.0%)	6 (1.2%)	24 (4.9%)	6 (1.2%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.4%)	11 (2.2%)	84.5	63^rd of 547 public elementary schools	88.5%		88.5	39^th of 561 public elementary schools	93.0%	24	71.0	70.4	54.6	75.8	64.8	54.6	88.5	$7,144	$341	$6,804
Endeavour School	Public	PK, KG-6	1870 S 25 W	Kaysville	84037	Davis County	Davis District	No	No	No	No	(801) 402-0400	645	29	22.6	7.4%	600 (93.0%)	1 (0.2%)	17 (2.6%)	10 (1.6%)	1 (0.2%)	4 (0.6%)	12 (1.9%)	85.2	62^nd of 547 public elementary schools	88.7%		85.1	58^th of 561 public elementary schools	89.7%	4	58.9	64.6	61.9	61.5	70.2	69.4	74.3	$6,618	$299	$6,319
Columbia School	Public	PK, KG-6	378 S 50 W	Kaysville	84037	Davis County	Davis District	No	No	No	No	(801) 402-3350	584	22	27.1	14.7%	521 (89.2%)	5 (0.9%)	32 (5.5%)	5 (0.9%)	1 (0.2%)	6 (1.0%)	14 (2.4%)	84.4	67^th of 547 public elementary schools	87.8%		86.1	54^th of 561 public elementary schools	90.4%	13	68.4	59.5	63.8	55.9	63.3	70.7	74.8	$7,751	$366	$7,385
Windridge School	Public	PK, KG-6	1300 S 700 E	Kaysville	84037	Davis County	Davis District	No	No	No	No	(801) 402-3550	492	24	20.5	9.1%	454 (92.3%)	1 (0.2%)	23 (4.7%)	3 (0.6%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	10 (2.0%)	88.6	42^nd of 547 public elementary schools	92.3%		83.2	71^st of 561 public elementary schools	87.3%	29	81.4	78.0	55.3	59.5	75.0	63.2	77.0	$8,130	$379	$7,751
Kaysville School	Public	PK, KG-6	50 N 100 E	Kaysville	84037	Davis County	Davis District	No	No	No	No	(801) 402-3400	495	25	20.2	14.7%	415 (83.8%)	4 (0.8%)	36 (7.3%)	5 (1.0%)	2 (0.4%)	11 (2.2%)	22 (4.4%)	77.6	112^th of 547 public elementary schools	79.5%		75.4	122^nd of 561 public elementary schools	78.3%	10	58.4	76.0	62.9	44.6	77.2	72.8	50.0	$7,870	$245	$7,624
Kay's Creek Elementary	Public	PK, KG-6	2260 W Island Dr.	Kaysville	84037	Davis County	Davis District	No	No	No	No	(801) 402-0050	718	29	25.0	4.3%	640 (89.1%)	6 (0.8%)	48 (6.7%)	2 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (0.4%)	19 (2.6%)								(n/a)								$7,218	$409	$6,808
H C Burton School	Public	PK, KG-6	827 E 200 S	Kaysville	84037	Davis County	Davis District	No	No	No	No	(801) 402-3150	687	26	26.4	9.2%	614 (89.4%)	5 (0.7%)	44 (6.4%)	3 (0.4%)	2 (0.3%)	4 (0.6%)	15 (2.2%)	81.6	82^nd of 547 public elementary schools	85.0%		86.2	53^rd of 561 public elementary schools	90.6%	29	47.1	70.1	63.6	55.7	65.0	66.9	82.5	$7,369	$236	$7,134
Eagle Bay School	Public	PK, KG-6	100 N 1933 W	Farmington	84025	Davis County	Davis District	No	No	No	No	(801) 402-3800	477	22	21.6	7.8%	402 (84.3%)	2 (0.4%)	65 (13.6%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (1.3%)	61.7	214^th of 547 public elementary schools	60.9%		74.9	126^th of 561 public elementary schools	77.5%	88	65.2	39.8	44.7	22.3	66.2	64.5	70.8	$7,975	$403	$7,572
Creekside School	Public	PK, KG-6	275 W Mutton Hollow Rd	Kaysville	84037	Davis County	Davis District	No	No	No	No	(801) 402-3650	544	25	22.2	24.1%	425 (78.1%)	4 (0.7%)	87 (16.0%)	2 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (0.9%)	21 (3.9%)	69.2	161^st of 547 public elementary schools	70.6%		71.9	146^th of 561 public elementary schools	74.0%	15	47.1	50.7	60.0	52.7	61.8	53.2	71.3	$7,736	$504	$7,232

Frequently Asked Questions about Jefferson Academy

How many students attend Jefferson Academy?

In the 2024-25 school year, 502 students attended Jefferson Academy.

What is the racial makeup of Jefferson Academy?

Students at Jefferson Academy are 82% White, 7% Hispanic, 5% Two or more races, 4% Asian.

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Is Jefferson Academy a good school?

Jefferson Academy ranks 116^th of 547 Utah elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

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