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Very Good

#794 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 36% in state

Jefferson Elem.

Elementary School · FARMINGTON R-VII

PO BOX 570, Farmington, MO 63640

Enrollment

334

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

7.0

Grades

1st – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#794 of 2,221

In Farmington

#2 of 7

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

FARMINGTON R-VII

Equity

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Jefferson Elem.

7.0/10

Elementary School in Farmington · grades 1st – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Jefferson Elem.

Jefferson Elem. is a public elementary school in Farmington, MO, part of FARMINGTON R-VII. Jefferson Elem. serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades 1st-4th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Jefferson Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #794 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Jefferson Elem. show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.5
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.3% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.1% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+1.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.1 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+3.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,723
Chronic Absenteeism7.8%

Jefferson Elem. — Students at Jefferson Elem. score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 59.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 57.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
48%
ELA
46.4%
2025
Math
49.3%
ELA
44.2%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Jefferson Elem. Compares

See how Jefferson Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
64th percentile in MO
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
6.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO BOX 570, Farmington, MO 63640

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jefferson Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOSEPH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is WEST ELEM. (rated 6.4/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Park Hills), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CENTRAL ELEM. (rated 6.2/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Park Hills), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Farmington, see our Farmington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.3 mi
School Distance Rating
WASHINGTON-FRANKLIN ELEM. Farmington 0.8 mi 5.1
TRUMAN LEARNING CENTER Farmington 0.9 mi 4.7
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Farmington 1.2 mi 6.9
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Farmington 1.2 mi 5.4
FARMINGTON MIDDLE Farmington 1.5 mi 8.0
FARMINGTON SR. HIGH Farmington 1.5 mi 5.8
ROOSEVELT ELEM. Farmington 1.6 mi 5.2
LINCOLN INTERMEDIATE Farmington 1.7 mi 6.0
JUVENILE DETENTION CTR. Farmington 1.8 mi
ST PAUL LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Farmington 1.7 mi 7.1
CENTRAL MIDDLE Park Hills 5.4 mi 6.9
SPECIAL ACRES SCHOOL Park Hills 5.5 mi
CENTRAL HIGH Park Hills 6.5 mi 7.2
INTERMEDIATE SCH. Desloge 7.5 mi 5.4
WEST ELEM. Park Hills 7.0 mi 6.4
CENTRAL ELEM. Park Hills 7.3 mi 6.2
NORTH CO. MIDDLE Desloge 7.6 mi 4.9
NORTH COUNTY PARKSIDE ELEM. Desloge 7.9 mi 3.7
NORTH CO. SR. HIGH Bonne Terre 9.6 mi 5.4
NORTH COUNTY PRIMARY Bonne Terre 10.3 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63640 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,926

Median Home Value

$195,900

Median Rent

$857/mo

Population

28,800

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

64.5%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

15.8%

Median Age

39.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BABLER ELEM. Glencoe, MO 7.0
CLARENCE CANNON ELEM. Elsberry, MO 7.0
CLIPPARD ELEM. Cape Girardeau, MO 7.0
DOGWOOD ELEM. Kearney, MO 7.0
EAST ELEM. Lamar, MO 7.0
FLEETRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City, MO 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jefferson Elem.

What grades does Jefferson Elem. serve?

Jefferson Elem. serves students in grades 1st through 4th.

How many students attend Jefferson Elem.?

Jefferson Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Elem. is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jefferson Elem. rank in MO?

Jefferson Elem. ranks #794 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Jefferson Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Jefferson Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Jefferson Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jefferson Elem. has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Jefferson Elem. a charter school?

No, Jefferson Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jefferson Elem. a Title I school?

No, Jefferson Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jefferson Elem.?

52.4% of students at Jefferson Elem. 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
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 4th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
St. Francois County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.8%

District

FARMINGTON R-VII
District Enrollment
3,980
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,723
District Rank
#2 of 7

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