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#376 of 574 schools in SD

Jefferson Elementary - 06

Elementary School · Pierre School District 32-2

900 N Poplar Ave, Pierre, SD 57501

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

383

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Enrollment

383

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#376 of 574

In Pierre

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Pierre School District 32-2

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About Jefferson Elementary - 06

Jefferson Elementary - 06 is a public elementary school in Pierre, SD, part of Pierre School District 32-2. Jefferson Elementary - 06 serves approximately 383 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Jefferson Elementary - 06 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #376 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Jefferson Elementary - 06 show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below district

5.5

This school 5.5 · Average
District avg 6.8
SD avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress4.3Below Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-3.27 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics6.8Average30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+3.1 pts

Adjusted Percentile54th

Resources & Environment6.6Average20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1

Per-Pupil Spending$10,579

Chronic Absenteeism15.1%

Jefferson Elementary - 06 — Students at Jefferson Elementary - 06 score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 58.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009

Math

77%

ELA

82%

2010

Math

82%

ELA

82%

2011

Math

82%

ELA

82%

2012

Math

82%

ELA

82%

2014

Math

38%

ELA

45%

2015

Math

41%

ELA

44%

2016

Math

43%

ELA

43%

2017

Math

45%

ELA

52%

2018

Math

42%

ELA

53%

2019

Math

42%

ELA

53%

2020*

Math

44%

ELA

45%

2021*

Math

44%

ELA

45%

2022

Math

52%

ELA

47%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Jefferson Elementary - 06 Compares

See how Jefferson Elementary - 06 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

5.5/10

35th percentile in SD

Academic

6.8/10

Average

Growth

4.3/10

Below Average

Environment

6.6/10

Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

32%

Teaching Staff

13:1 student-teacher ratio

29 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

15.1%

Location

900 N Poplar Ave, Pierre, SD 57501

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jefferson Elementary - 06 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stanley County Elementary - 08 (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Fort Pierre), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pierre Indian Learning Center (rated 8.2/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kennedy Elementary - 08 (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pierre, see our Pierre schools guide .

Nearby Schools

18 within 41.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 Pierre	0.9 mi	681	5.4
T F Riggs High School - 01 Pierre	1.1 mi	808	6.1
Stanley County High School - 01 Fort Pierre	1.9 mi	134	5.6
Stanley County Middle School - 02 Fort Pierre	1.9 mi	97	5.5
Stanley County Elementary - 08 Fort Pierre	1.9 mi	177	8.5
Kennedy Elementary - 08 Pierre	1.9 mi	394	8.0
Buchanan Elementary - 03 Pierre	2.0 mi	422	6.9
Pierre Indian Learning Center Pierre	2.9 mi	127	8.2
Blunt Elementary - 03 Blunt	20.3 mi	14	—
Onida Elementary - 04 Onida	26.6 mi	85	7.3
Sully Buttes High School - 07 Onida	26.6 mi	72	8.0
Sully Buttes Middle School - 06 Onida	26.6 mi	58	6.1
Lyman High School - 01 Presho	35.5 mi	97	6.8
Lyman Middle School - 02 Presho	35.5 mi	83	4.6
Jones County High School - 01 Murdo	38.2 mi	54	8.6
Jones County Middle School - 04 Murdo	38.2 mi	51	8.5
Jones County Elementary - 02 Murdo	38.2 mi	78	7.2
Lyman Elementary - 04 Kennebec	41.2 mi	180	4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,224

Median Home Value

$222,600

Median Rent

$933/mo

Population

17,456

College Educated

35.5%

Homeownership

75.5%

Avg Commute

13.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

39.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jefferson Elementary - 06

What grades does Jefferson Elementary - 06 serve?

Jefferson Elementary - 06 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Jefferson Elementary - 06?

Jefferson Elementary - 06 has an enrollment of approximately 383 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Elementary - 06?

The student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Elementary - 06 is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jefferson Elementary - 06 rank in SD?

Jefferson Elementary - 06 ranks #376 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Jefferson Elementary - 06's MySchoolScout rating?

Jefferson Elementary - 06 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Elementary - 06?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jefferson Elementary - 06 has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Jefferson Elementary - 06 a charter school?

No, Jefferson Elementary - 06 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jefferson Elementary - 06 a Title I school?

No, Jefferson Elementary - 06 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jefferson Elementary - 06?

31.9% of students at Jefferson Elementary - 06 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.