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#10 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 1% in state

Based on limited data

Jefferson Elementary

Elementary School · Menasha Joint School District

105 Ice St, Menasha, WI 54952

Enrollment

152

Student-Teacher

8.9:1

Score

9.5

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#10 of 2,105

In Menasha

#1 of 8

public schools

In district

#1 of 8

Menasha Joint School District

Equity

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Jefferson Elementary

9.5/10

Elementary School in Menasha · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.0/10

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About Jefferson Elementary

Jefferson Elementary is a public elementary school in Menasha, WI, part of Menasha Joint School District. Jefferson Elementary serves approximately 152 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Jefferson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #10 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Jefferson Elementary show 72% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 9.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.1
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 152 students, Jefferson Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Jefferson Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics9.7Excellent60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72% (2009 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77% (2009 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2009 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2009 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+42.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,545
Chronic Absenteeism11.2%

Jefferson Elementary — Students at Jefferson Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

67.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2008-09)

Math Proficiency 72.0% (2009 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 77.0% (2009 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A

Based on 2 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

How Jefferson Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
9.5/10
100th percentile in WI
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
68%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.2%

Location

105 Ice St, Menasha, WI 54952

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jefferson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Banta Bilingual Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Fox Valley Virtual School (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Fox River Academy (rated 8.2/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Appleton), a more accessible option. For more schools in Menasha, see our Menasha schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Clovis Grove Elementary Menasha 0.9 mi 8.0
Menasha High Menasha 0.9 mi 4.4
Banta Bilingual Elementary Menasha 1.0 mi 8.4
Fox Valley Virtual School Menasha 1.0 mi 8.2
Butte des Morts Elementary Menasha 1.0 mi 7.6
Gegan Elementary Menasha 1.4 mi 6.9
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Menasha 1.0 mi 7.5
Maplewood Middle Menasha 2.1 mi 6.6
NEENAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Neenah 2.0 mi 4.6
Washington School of Early Learning Neenah 2.0 mi 3.9
ACE Alliance Charter Elementary Neenah 2.5 mi 7.2
NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Neenah 2.4 mi 7.2
Horace Mann Elementary Neenah 2.8 mi 6.3
XAVIER HIGH SCHOOL Appleton 3.2 mi 7.9
Stephen Foster Elementary Charter Appleton 3.1 mi 7.2
NEENAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL ADAMS ST CAMPUS Neenah 2.6 mi 3.9
Coolidge Elementary Neenah 3.1 mi 8.1
Jefferson Elementary Appleton 3.5 mi 5.6
Taft Elementary Neenah 2.7 mi 5.6
Fox River Academy Appleton 3.6 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54952 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,280

Median Home Value

$190,000

Median Rent

$906/mo

Population

27,127

College Educated

25.3%

Homeownership

66.8%

Avg Commute

20.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

39.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jefferson Elementary

What grades does Jefferson Elementary serve?

Jefferson Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Jefferson Elementary?

Jefferson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 152 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Elementary is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jefferson Elementary rank in WI?

Jefferson Elementary ranks #10 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Jefferson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Jefferson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 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?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jefferson Elementary has 72% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts).

Is Jefferson Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Jefferson Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

67.8% of students at Jefferson Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
152
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
67.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Winnebago County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.2%

District

Menasha Joint School District
District Enrollment
3,178
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,545
District Rank
#1 of 8

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