Serving 405 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jeffries Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jeffries Elementary School's student population of 405 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
405 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Colors
Jeffries Jaguar
School Motto
As a Jeffries Jaguar, I will be safe, respectful and responsible so we can Learn, Live and Lead Together.
School Rankings
Jeffries Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jeffries Elementary School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1611 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
10%
15%
White
64%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jeffries Elementary School's ranking?
Jeffries Elementary School is ranked #1611 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Jeffries Elementary School?
405 students attend Jeffries Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Jeffries Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jeffries Elementary School?
Jeffries Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jeffries Elementary School offer ?
Jeffries Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jeffries Elementary School part of?
Jeffries Elementary School is part of Springfield R-XII School District.
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