Needs Improvement
#8452 of 8,552 schools in TX
Jefferson Ave EL
Elementary School · SEGUIN ISD
215 SHORT AVE, Seguin, TX 78155
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,452 of 8,552
In Seguin
#16 of 16
public schools
In district
#13 of 13
SEGUIN ISD
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Jefferson Ave EL
Elementary School in Seguin · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Jefferson Ave EL
Jefferson Ave EL is a public elementary school in Seguin, TX, part of SEGUIN ISD. Jefferson Ave EL serves approximately 403 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Jefferson Ave EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #8,452 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Jefferson Ave EL show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.9
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Jefferson Ave EL 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 Ave EL — Students at Jefferson Ave EL score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 2.7/10.
How Jefferson Ave EL Compares
See how Jefferson Ave EL 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
215 SHORT AVE, Seguin, TX 78155
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jefferson Ave EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NAVARRO INT (rated 7.1/10, 6.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PATLAN EL (rated 6.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seguin, see our Seguin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DISCIPLINE ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL AT SAEGERT Seguin | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| MERCER & BLUMBERG LRN CTR Seguin | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| BALL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Seguin | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Seguin | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| ORALIA R RODRIGUEZ EL Seguin | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| BRIESEMEISTER MIDDLE Seguin | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| WEINERT EL Seguin | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| PATLAN EL Seguin | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| SEGUIN H S Seguin | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| VOGEL EL Seguin | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER Seguin | 2.4 mi | — |
| KOENNECKE EL Seguin | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| JIM BARNES MIDDLE Seguin | 2.4 mi | 3.7 |
| SEGUIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Seguin | 2.6 mi | — |
| SEGUIN CAMPUS San Antonio | 3.3 mi | 3.5 |
| MCQUEENEY EL Mcqueeney | 4.3 mi | 6.3 |
| LIFEGATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Seguin | 4.5 mi | 6.2 |
| NAVARRO INT Seguin | 6.1 mi | 7.1 |
| NAVARRO EL Seguin | 6.1 mi | 5.8 |
| NAVARRO H S Seguin | 6.1 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78155 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,367
Median Home Value
$246,000
Median Rent
$1,149/mo
Population
53,449
College Educated
22.5%
Homeownership
73.1%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
39.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jefferson Ave EL
What grades does Jefferson Ave EL serve?
Jefferson Ave EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Jefferson Ave EL?
Jefferson Ave EL has an enrollment of approximately 403 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Ave EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Ave EL is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jefferson Ave EL rank in TX?
Jefferson Ave EL ranks #8,452 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Jefferson Ave EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Jefferson Ave EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 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 Ave EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jefferson Ave EL has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Jefferson Ave EL a charter school?
No, Jefferson Ave EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jefferson Ave EL a Title I school?
No, Jefferson Ave EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jefferson Ave EL?
93.1% of students at Jefferson Ave EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 403
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Guadalupe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.0%
- Phone
- (830) 401-8727
Resources & Links
District
SEGUIN ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,314
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,362
- District Rank
- #13 of 13
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