Very Good
#3281 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 34% in state
Jefferson
Elementary School · Hawthorne
4091 West 139th St., Hawthorne, CA 90250
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
28.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
28.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,281 of 9,539
In Hawthorne
#6 of 19
public schools
In district
#3 of 11
Hawthorne
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Jefferson
Elementary School in Hawthorne · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Jefferson
Jefferson is a public elementary school in Hawthorne, CA, part of Hawthorne. Jefferson serves approximately 520 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 28.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Jefferson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,281 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Jefferson show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Jefferson runs 28.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
33% of students at Jefferson were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Jefferson — Students at Jefferson score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.
How Jefferson Compares
See how Jefferson performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4091 West 139th St., Hawthorne, CA 90250
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jefferson may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. William Anderson Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Lawndale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ramona (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lucille J. Smith Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Lawndale), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hawthorne, see our Hawthorne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rising Stars Academy Elementary Hawthorne | 0.2 mi | — |
| Prairie Vista Middle Hawthorne | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Leuzinger High Lawndale | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Da Vinci RISE High El Segundo | 0.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Hawthorne Middle Hawthorne | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Washington Hawthorne | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| LAUNCH PAD LEARNING Hawthorne | 0.8 mi | — |
| Zela Davis Hawthorne | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Lucille J. Smith Elementary Lawndale | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Bud Carson Middle Hawthorne | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Ramona Hawthorne | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Kornblum Hawthorne | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Billy Mitchell Elementary Lawndale | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| LIGHT OF KNOWLEDGE CHILD CARE CENTER Hawthorne | 0.9 mi | — |
| Will Rogers Middle Lawndale | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Renaissance County Community Hawthorne | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| William Anderson Elementary Lawndale | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| F. D. Roosevelt Elementary Lawndale | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Hawthorne Math and Science Academy Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Family First Charter Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 1.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90250 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,923
Median Home Value
$827,600
Median Rent
$1,723/mo
Population
94,991
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
31.8%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
34
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| Arroyo Vista Elementary Rancho Santa Margarita, CA | 7.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jefferson
What grades does Jefferson serve?
Jefferson serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Jefferson?
Jefferson has an enrollment of approximately 520 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jefferson?
The student-teacher ratio at Jefferson is 28.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jefferson rank in CA?
Jefferson ranks #3,281 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Jefferson's MySchoolScout rating?
Jefferson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Jefferson?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jefferson has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Jefferson a charter school?
No, Jefferson is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jefferson a Title I school?
No, Jefferson is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jefferson?
80.6% of students at Jefferson qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 520
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.5%
- Phone
- (310) 676-9423
Resources & Links
District
Hawthorne- District Enrollment
- 7,025
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,570
- District Rank
- #3 of 11
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