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Jefferson Pk-8 School

Elementary School · Warren City

1543 Tod Ave SW, Warren, OH 44485

Enrollment

764

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,260 of 3,441

In Warren

#14 of 21

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Warren City

Academic growth

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Jefferson Pk-8 School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Warren · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Jefferson Pk-8 School

Jefferson Pk-8 School is a public elementary school in Warren, OH, part of Warren City. Jefferson Pk-8 School serves approximately 764 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Jefferson Pk-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,260 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Jefferson Pk-8 School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Jefferson Pk-8 School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

50% of students at Jefferson Pk-8 School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-25.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,923
Chronic Absenteeism50.3%

Jefferson Pk-8 School — Students at Jefferson Pk-8 School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
41%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
45%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
34%
ELA
45%
2013
Math
40%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
29%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
17.2%
ELA
26.7%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Jefferson Pk-8 School Compares

See how Jefferson Pk-8 School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
34th percentile in OH
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
50.3%

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

1543 Tod Ave SW, Warren, OH 44485

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jefferson Pk-8 School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lordstown Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LaBrae Intermediate School (rated 8.0/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Leavittsburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & PRESCHOO (rated 7.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Warren, see our Warren schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
River Gate High School Warren 1.4 mi 2.2
STEAM Academy of Warren Warren 1.7 mi 5.8
Summit Academy Alternative LearnersWarren Middle & Secondary Warren 2.0 mi 5.6
Warren G Harding High School Warren 2.1 mi 4.0
Preschool at Warren G. Harding High School Warren 2.1 mi 4.4
HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & PRESCHOO Warren 2.0 mi 7.0
Willard Avenue PK-8 School Warren 2.2 mi 5.9
McGuffey PK-8 School Warren 3.0 mi 5.1
Summit Academy Community School-Warren Warren 2.4 mi 6.5
JOHN F KENNEDY CATHOLIC SCHOOL UPPER CAMPUS Warren 2.5 mi 8.1
Bascom Elementary School Leavittsburg 3.2 mi 5.3
Lincoln PK-8 School Warren 3.1 mi 5.5
LaBrae Intermediate School Leavittsburg 3.2 mi 8.0
LaBrae High School Leavittsburg 3.2 mi 6.7
LaBrae Middle School Leavittsburg 3.2 mi 6.4
Lordstown Elementary School Warren 3.8 mi 8.3
Trumbull Career & Tech Center Warren 4.2 mi 5.6
Lordstown High School Warren 4.0 mi 7.5
JOHN F KEENEDY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Warren 3.7 mi 6.2
Niles Intermediate School Niles 4.0 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44485 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$33,720

Median Home Value

$73,600

Median Rent

$818/mo

Population

15,194

College Educated

14.8%

Homeownership

53%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

35.7%

Median Age

38.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jefferson Pk-8 School

What grades does Jefferson Pk-8 School serve?

Jefferson Pk-8 School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Jefferson Pk-8 School?

Jefferson Pk-8 School has an enrollment of approximately 764 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Pk-8 School?

The student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Pk-8 School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jefferson Pk-8 School rank in OH?

Jefferson Pk-8 School ranks #2,260 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Jefferson Pk-8 School's MySchoolScout rating?

Jefferson Pk-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Pk-8 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jefferson Pk-8 School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Jefferson Pk-8 School a charter school?

No, Jefferson Pk-8 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jefferson Pk-8 School a Title I school?

No, Jefferson Pk-8 School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
764
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Trumbull County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
50.3%

District

Warren City
District Enrollment
4,570
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,923
District Rank
#2 of 6

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