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#232 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 12% in state

Jeffers Pond Elementary

Elementary School · PRIOR LAKE-SAVAGE AREA SCHOOLS

14800 JEFFERS PASS NW, Prior Lake, MN 55372

Enrollment

504

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#232 of 1,992

In Prior Lake

#2 of 7

public schools

In district

#3 of 11

PRIOR LAKE-SAVAGE AREA SCHOOLS

Academic performance

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Jeffers Pond Elementary

8.0/10

Elementary School in Prior Lake · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Jeffers Pond Elementary

Jeffers Pond Elementary is a public elementary school in Prior Lake, MN, part of PRIOR LAKE-SAVAGE AREA SCHOOLS. Jeffers Pond Elementary serves approximately 504 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Jeffers Pond Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #232 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Jeffers Pond Elementary show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.4
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency76% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+12.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,012
Chronic Absenteeism10.7%

Jeffers Pond Elementary — Students at Jeffers Pond Elementary score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

11.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 79.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 75.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
85%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
86%
ELA
79%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
81%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
76%
ELA
71%
2018
Math
78%
ELA
71%
2019
Math
78%
ELA
71%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
70%
2022
Math
74%
ELA
76%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Jeffers Pond Elementary Compares

See how Jeffers Pond Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
88th percentile in MN
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
12%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.7%

Location

14800 JEFFERS PASS NW, Prior Lake, MN 55372

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jeffers Pond Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. La Ola Del Lago at Grainwood (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WestWood Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, RED OAK ELEMENTARY (rated 6.4/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Shakopee), a more accessible option. For more schools in Prior Lake, see our Prior Lake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
SWMetro Passageways Shakopee 1.1 mi
Five Hawks Elementary Prior Lake 1.9 mi 5.8
PRIOR LAKE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Prior Lake 1.7 mi
EAGLE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shakopee 2.1 mi 5.9
La Ola Del Lago at Grainwood Prior Lake 1.9 mi 8.8
Edgewood ECSE Prior Lake 1.8 mi 5.4
WestWood Elementary Prior Lake 1.9 mi 7.1
ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Prior Lake 1.9 mi 5.9
LIVING HOPE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Shakopee 2.2 mi 4.3
PRIOR LAKE-SAVAGE AREA ALC Prior Lake 2.2 mi 6.3
ALC Independent Study Prior Lake 2.2 mi
Laker Online Prior Lake 2.2 mi
Prior Lake-Savage Middle School Prior Lake 2.2 mi 5.5
RED OAK ELEMENTARY Shakopee 2.8 mi 6.4
PRIOR LAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Prior Lake 2.7 mi 7.0
SWMetro Online Learning Shakopee 3.3 mi 4.7
SWMetro Reflections Shakopee 3.3 mi
SWMetro Shakopee Special Ed Shakopee 3.3 mi 6.1
SHAKOPEE AREA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Shakopee 3.3 mi 6.4
ASPEN ACADEMY Savage 2.8 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55372 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$140,835

Median Home Value

$450,100

Median Rent

$1,406/mo

Population

34,617

College Educated

50.1%

Homeownership

90.5%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

2.3%

Median Age

40.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jeffers Pond Elementary

What grades does Jeffers Pond Elementary serve?

Jeffers Pond Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Jeffers Pond Elementary?

Jeffers Pond Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 504 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jeffers Pond Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Jeffers Pond Elementary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jeffers Pond Elementary rank in MN?

Jeffers Pond Elementary ranks #232 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Jeffers Pond Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Jeffers Pond Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Jeffers Pond Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jeffers Pond Elementary has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Jeffers Pond Elementary a charter school?

No, Jeffers Pond Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jeffers Pond Elementary a Title I school?

No, Jeffers Pond Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jeffers Pond Elementary?

11.9% of students at Jeffers Pond Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
504
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
11.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Scott County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.7%

District

PRIOR LAKE-SAVAGE AREA SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
8,777
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,012
District Rank
#3 of 11

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