Very Good
#414 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 19% in state
Jeffries Elem.
Elementary School · SPRINGFIELD R-XII
4051 S SCENIC, Springfield, MO 65807
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#414 of 2,221
In Springfield
#12 of 58
public schools
In district
#11 of 53
SPRINGFIELD R-XII
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Jeffries Elem.
Elementary School in Springfield · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Jeffries Elem.
Jeffries Elem. is a public elementary school in Springfield, MO, part of SPRINGFIELD R-XII. Jeffries Elem. serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Jeffries Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #414 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Jeffries Elem. show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Jeffries Elem. — Students at Jeffries Elem. score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 38 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.9/10.
How Jeffries Elem. Compares
See how Jeffries Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4051 S SCENIC, Springfield, MO 65807
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jeffries Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DAVID HARRISON ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is MCBRIDE ELEM. (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MARK TWAIN ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON SCHOOL Springfield | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| DAVID HARRISON ELEMENTARY Springfield | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| NEW COVENANT ACADEMY Springfield | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| MCBRIDE ELEM. Springfield | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| CARVER MIDDLE Springfield | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| ADAH FULBRIGHT EARLY CHILDHOOD Springfield | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| GRAY ELEM. Springfield | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| SHERWOOD ELEM. Springfield | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| HORACE MANN ELEM. Springfield | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| WILSON'S CREEK 5-6 INTER. CTR. Battlefield | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| SPRINGFIELD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Springfield | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEM. Springfield | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| THE SUMMIT PREPARATORY SCHOOL Springfield | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| KICKAPOO HIGH Springfield | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| WILSON CREEK GROUP HOME Springfield | 3.0 mi | — |
| COMMUNITY LEARNING CTR. Springfield | 3.0 mi | — |
| INFINITY ACADEMY Springfield | 3.2 mi | — |
| CHEROKEE MIDDLE Springfield | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| COWDEN ELEM. Springfield | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| EXCEL SCHOOL Springfield | 3.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65807 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,271
Median Home Value
$174,000
Median Rent
$994/mo
Population
56,680
College Educated
33.1%
Homeownership
45.5%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
34
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CEDAR RIDGE ELEMENTARY Branson, MO | 7.8 |
| CRESTVIEW ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 7.8 |
| ENGLISH LANDING ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 7.8 |
| ESPY ELEM. Nixa, MO | 7.8 |
| GREENWOOD ELEM. Greenwood, MO | 7.8 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jefferson City, MO | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jeffries Elem.
What grades does Jeffries Elem. serve?
Jeffries Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Jeffries Elem.?
Jeffries Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jeffries Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Jeffries Elem. is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jeffries Elem. rank in MO?
Jeffries Elem. ranks #414 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Jeffries Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Jeffries Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Jeffries Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jeffries Elem. has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Jeffries Elem. a charter school?
No, Jeffries Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jeffries Elem. a Title I school?
No, Jeffries Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jeffries Elem.?
72.0% of students at Jeffries 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 415
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Greene County
- Phone
- (417) 523-3900
Resources & Links
District
SPRINGFIELD R-XII- District Enrollment
- 24,267
- Schools in District
- 57
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,461
- District Rank
- #11 of 53
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