Average
#1476 of 2,846 schools in PA
Jefferson-morgan EL Sch
Elementary School · Jefferson-Morgan SD
1363 Jefferson Rd PO Box 158, Jefferson, PA 15344
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,476 of 2,846
In Jefferson
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Jefferson-Morgan SD
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Jefferson-morgan EL Sch
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About Jefferson-morgan EL Sch
Jefferson-morgan EL Sch is a public elementary school in Jefferson, PA, part of Jefferson-Morgan SD. Jefferson-morgan EL Sch serves approximately 402 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Jefferson-morgan EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,476 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Jefferson-morgan EL Sch show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Jefferson-morgan EL Sch sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
32% of students at Jefferson-morgan EL Sch 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
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Jefferson-morgan EL Sch — Students at Jefferson-morgan EL Sch score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 38 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.2/10.
How Jefferson-morgan EL Sch Compares
See how Jefferson-morgan EL Sch 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
1363 Jefferson Rd PO Box 158, Jefferson, PA 15344
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jefferson-morgan EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bobtown El Sch (rated 8.8/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Bobtown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Masontown El Sch (rated 6.2/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Masontown), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Brownsville Area El Sch (rated 6.2/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Brownsville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Jefferson, see our Jefferson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson-Morgan MS/HS Jefferson | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| OPEN DOOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Waynesburg | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Carmichaels Area El Ctr Carmichaels | 5.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Waynesburg Central El School Waynesburg | 5.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Waynesburg Central JSHS Waynesburg | 5.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Carmichaels Area HS Carmichaels | 5.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Carmichaels Area MS Carmichaels | 5.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Greene County Career and Technology Center Waynesburg | 5.2 mi | — |
| CALVARY CHAPEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fredericktown | 5.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Bethlehem-Center JSHS Fredericktown | 6.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Bethlehem-Center El Sch Fredericktown | 6.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Mapletown JSHS Greensboro | 11.0 mi | 6.6 |
| California Area SHS Coal Center | 10.8 mi | 5.5 |
| California Area MS Coal Center | 10.8 mi | 4.4 |
| California Area El Sch Coal Center | 10.9 mi | 4.6 |
| California Academy of Learning CS Coal Center | 10.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Masontown El Sch Masontown | 10.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Brownsville Area HS Brownsville | 10.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Brownsville Area El Sch Brownsville | 10.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Bobtown El Sch Bobtown | 12.5 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15344 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,156
Median Home Value
$146,300
Population
1,614
College Educated
26.1%
Homeownership
87.9%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
42.8
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|---|---|
| Annville El Sch Annville, PA | 6.3 |
| Baron EL Sch Manheim, PA | 6.3 |
| Blacklick Valley El Ctr Nanty Glo, PA | 6.3 |
| Canadochly El Sch East Prospect, PA | 6.3 |
| Clarks Summit El Sch Clarks Summit, PA | 6.3 |
| East Union Intrmd Sch Cheswick, PA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jefferson-morgan EL Sch
What grades does Jefferson-morgan EL Sch serve?
Jefferson-morgan EL Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Jefferson-morgan EL Sch?
Jefferson-morgan EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 402 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jefferson-morgan EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Jefferson-morgan EL Sch is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jefferson-morgan EL Sch rank in PA?
Jefferson-morgan EL Sch ranks #1,476 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Jefferson-morgan EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Jefferson-morgan EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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-morgan EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jefferson-morgan EL Sch has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Jefferson-morgan EL Sch a charter school?
No, Jefferson-morgan EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jefferson-morgan EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Jefferson-morgan EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jefferson-morgan EL Sch?
46.3% of students at Jefferson-morgan EL Sch 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 402
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Greene County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.8%
- Phone
- (724) 883-2310
Resources & Links
District
Jefferson-Morgan SD- District Enrollment
- 779
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,242
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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