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#84 of 990 schools in CT

Top 8% in state

J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School

Elementary School · Madison School District

331 Copse Rd., Madison, CT 06443

Enrollment

383

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

8.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#84 of 990

In Madison

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Madison School District

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School

8.9/10

Elementary School in Madison · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Dr. Robert H. Brown Intermediate School

8.0/10

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7.4/10

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About J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School

J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School is a public elementary school in Madison, CT, part of Madison School District. J.

Milton Jeffrey Elementary School serves approximately 383 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #84 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.5
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency82% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency80% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)80% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,569
Chronic Absenteeism2.1%

J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School — Students at J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School score 80% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 80%).

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Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 84.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 79.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
98%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
82%
ELA
77%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.

How J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School Compares

See how J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.9/10
92th percentile in CT
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
2.1%

Location

331 Copse Rd., Madison, CT 06443

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Haddam-Killingworth Intermediate School (rated 9.2/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Killingworth), with a very similar rating. Another option is Killingworth Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Higganum), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Calvin Leete School (rated 8.9/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Guilford), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Madison, see our Madison schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Walter C. Polson Middle School Madison 0.1 mi 7.4
Daniel Hand High School Madison 0.3 mi 8.6
GROVE SCHOOL Madison 0.6 mi 6.9
OUR LADY OF MERCY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Madison 1.5 mi 6.2
THE COUNTRY SCHOOL Madison 2.3 mi 6.6
Dr. Robert H. Brown Intermediate School Madison 3.2 mi 8.0
Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School Madison 3.2 mi 8.6
Calvin Leete School Guilford 2.9 mi 8.9
E. C. Adams Middle School Guilford 3.6 mi 8.2
Guilford Lakes School Guilford 4.4 mi 8.6
A. W. Cox School Guilford 4.2 mi 8.7
The Morgan School Clinton 4.4 mi 7.5
Lewin G. Joel Jr. School Clinton 4.7 mi 7.2
Killingworth Elementary School Higganum 5.9 mi 9.0
Jared Eliot School Clinton 5.0 mi 6.6
Guilford High School Guilford 5.1 mi 8.4
Haddam-Killingworth Middle School Killingworth 6.6 mi 6.8
Haddam-Killingworth Intermediate School Killingworth 6.6 mi 9.2
A. Baldwin Middle School Guilford 6.1 mi 8.5
Melissa Jones School Guilford 7.7 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06443 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$168,341

Median Home Value

$534,800

Median Rent

$2,046/mo

Population

17,577

College Educated

71.8%

Homeownership

90.6%

Avg Commute

30.6 min

Poverty Rate

1.9%

Median Age

51.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School

What grades does J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School serve?

J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School?

J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 383 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School rank in CT?

J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School ranks #84 of 990 schools in CT.

What is J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School a charter school?

No, J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School a Title I school?

No, J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Dr. Robert H. Brown Intermediate School
8.0

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 7
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
2.1%

District

Madison School District
District Enrollment
2,434
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,569
District Rank
#1 of 5

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