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Jefferson Elementary School

Summary:

Jefferson Elementary School is a public elementary school in Massena, New York, serving 410 students in grades PK-6. The school is part of the Massena Central School District, which is ranked 415 out of 866 school districts in New York and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Jefferson Elementary stands out for its strong academic performance in math, with proficiency rates ranging from 66% to 83% across all grade levels, outperforming both the district and state averages. However, the school's English Language Arts (ELA) performance is more mixed, with some grades performing above the district and state, while others fall below. Additionally, Jefferson Elementary has the highest spending per student ($15,127) compared to nearby schools and the state average, as well as a lower student-teacher ratio of 11.7, suggesting a potentially more favorable learning environment.

While Jefferson Elementary has a significantly higher percentage of Native American students (12.2%) compared to the state average (0.5%), the school's overall minority student population (17.32%) is lower than the state average (55.11%). The school also has a notably higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (67.32%), indicating a relatively low-income student population. These demographic factors may present unique challenges and resource needs for the school, which the district and school leadership may need to address to ensure the success of all students.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-6

 75 Bayley Rd
       Massena, NY  13662-1999

(315) 764-3730

District: Massena Central School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
872nd of 2,439 New York Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $15,127 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  11.7 Help
Number of students:  410

Racial breakdown:

White:
82.7%
American Indian:
12.2%
African American:
2.4%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  67.3% Help


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Compare Details Jefferson Elementary School ranks better than 64.2% of elementary schools in New York. It also ranks 2nd among 3 ranked elementary schools in the Massena Central School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 62.07. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (82.7%), American Indian (12.2%), African American (2.4%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 67.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Jefferson Elementary School is 11.7, which is the lowest among 3 elementary schools in the Massena Central School District! (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Jefferson Elementary School is $15,127. 1 elementary schools in the Massena Central School District spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2023 Rankings:

Jefferson Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Jefferson Elementary School 872nd of 2439 New York public elementary schools. (See Jefferson Elementary School in the ranking list.)

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Massena Central School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Massena Central School District 415th of 866 New York school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Jefferson Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Jefferson Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 54.80 1239th 2206 43.8%
2007 68.98 782nd 2219 64.8%
2008 64.70 936th 2227 58.0%
2009 67.43 808th 2257 64.2%
2010 48.29 1331st 2263 41.2%
2011 40.03 1517th 2286 33.6%
2012 51.16 1288th 2320 44.5%
2013 34.15 1594th 2325 31.4%
2014 41.89 1390th 2345 40.7%
2015 42.97 1367th 2352 41.9%
2016 44.22 1334th 2366 43.6%
2017 46.51 1273rd 2386 46.6%
2018 46.20 1303rd 2395 45.6%
2019 43.68 1319th 2413 45.3%
2021 51.83 1024th 2201 53.5%
2022 68.75 693rd 2434 71.5%
2023 62.07 872nd 2439 64.2%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Jefferson Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 62.19 465th 1941 76.0%
2019 43.41 884th 1859 52.4%
2021 50.14 422nd 1044 59.6%
2022 57.04 596th 2031 70.7%
2023 62.36 503rd 2016 75.0%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Jefferson Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 49.21 945th 2045 53.8%
2019 50.79 855th 2032 57.9%
2021 47.27 856th 1678 49.0%
2022 69.89 457th 2099 78.2%
2023 64.50 565th 2041 72.3%
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Rank History for Female students at Jefferson Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 42.37 1412th 2338 39.6%
2019 43.15 1329th 2357 43.6%
2021 47.74 1017th 1955 48.0%
2022 65.04 763rd 2401 68.2%
2023 61.45 856th 2403 64.4%
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Rank History for Male students at Jefferson Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 50.32 1155th 2340 50.6%
2019 44.43 1285th 2358 45.5%
2021 52.40 904th 1961 53.9%
2022 69.92 633rd 2400 73.6%
2023 62.29 849th 2400 64.6%
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Rank History for White students at Jefferson Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 35.30 992nd 1408 29.5%
2019 30.72 993rd 1338 25.8%
2021 21.18 1037th 1224 15.3%
2022 51.42 686th 1399 51.0%
2023 52.28 666th 1337 50.2%
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Data source: test scores: NY State Education Department, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Jefferson Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 334 3 1 0 3 n/a n/a 0 341
1990 350 2 1 0 2 n/a n/a 0 355
1991 326 4 3 0 7 n/a n/a 0 340
1992 336 3 4 0 10 n/a n/a 0 353
1993 344 2 5 0 10 n/a n/a 0 361
1994 333 2 11 0 17 n/a n/a 0 363
1995 331 1 2 2 8 n/a n/a 0 344
1996 331 1 2 2 8 n/a n/a 0 344
1997 327 1 2 3 13 n/a n/a 0 346
1998 288 2 1 2 16 n/a n/a 0 309
1999 314 2 1 2 14 n/a n/a 0 333
2000 310 2 1 3 19 n/a n/a 0 335
2001 376 1 3 6 68 n/a n/a 0 454
2002 336 11 3 0 87 n/a n/a 0 437
2003 336 11 3 0 87 n/a n/a 0 437
2004 347 9 3 3 99 n/a n/a 0 461
2005 353 7 4 4 82 n/a n/a 0 450
2006 376 9 3 4 73 n/a n/a 0 465
2007 381 7 3 3 60 n/a n/a 0 454
2008 369 9 3 3 58 n/a n/a 0 442
2009 374 16 1 3 58 n/a n/a 0 452
2010 428 17 0 1 72 n/a n/a 0 518
2011 409 18 0 5 58 0 0 0 490
2012 406 12 2 5 77 0 1 0 503
2013 413 9 3 7 63 0 5 0 500
2014 424 7 3 8 57 0 9 0 508
2015 426 10 6 8 39 0 0 0 489
2016 417 8 5 6 38 0 3 0 477
2017 397 8 2 8 40 3 2 0 460
2018 405 9 1 6 45 1 1 0 468
2019 400 8 1 4 38 0 3 0 454
2020 374 9 0 6 43 0 3 0 435
2021 344 5 1 5 28 0 6 0 389
2022 337 7 1 3 52 0 3 0 403
2023 339 10 0 4 50 0 7 0 410

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Jefferson Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 341 21.5 15.8 n/a
1990 355 23.4 15.1 n/a
1991 340 23.4 14.5 n/a
1992 353 21.9 16.1 n/a
1993 361 19.0 19.0 n/a
1994 363 20.1 18.1 50.4
1995 344 17.5 19.7 49.7
1996 344 17.5 19.7 49.7
1997 346 18.5 18.7 56.4
1998 309 20.6 15.0 47.9
1999 333 19.6 17.0 54.1
2000 335 21.0 16.0 62.7
2001 454 26.0 17.5 54.4
2002 437 31.0 14.1 63.8
2003 437 31.0 14.1 63.8
2004 461 n/a n/a n/a
2005 450 31.3 14.4 68
2006 465 31.0 15.0 60.4
2007 454 31.8 14.3 57.7
2008 442 31.8 13.9 54.3
2009 452 31.9 14.2 53.1
2010 518 32.0 16.1 56.4
2011 490 37.9 12.9 53.3
2012 503 33.8 14.8 61.6
2013 500 35.8 13.9 57.8
2014 508 33.5 15.1 56.7
2015 489 24.0 20.3 64.2
2016 477 32.0 14.9 67.1
2017 460 33.7 13.6 67.4
2018 468 35.9 13.0 66
2019 454 35.0 12.9 65.9
2020 435 34.0 12.7 61.6
2021 389 35.5 10.9 61.2
2022 403 35.5 11.3 51.6
2023 410 34.8 11.7 67.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Jefferson Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 341 21.5 15.8 n/a
1990 355 23.4 15.1 n/a
1991 340 23.4 14.5 n/a
1992 353 21.9 16.1 n/a
1993 361 19.0 19.0 n/a
1994 363 20.1 18.1 50.4
1995 344 17.5 19.7 49.7
1996 344 17.5 19.7 49.7
1997 346 18.5 18.7 56.4
1998 309 20.6 15.0 47.9
1999 333 19.6 17.0 54.1
2000 335 21.0 16.0 62.7
2001 454 26.0 17.5 54.4
2002 437 31.0 14.1 63.8
2003 437 31.0 14.1 63.8
2004 461 n/a n/a n/a
2005 450 31.3 14.4 68
2006 465 31.0 15.0 60.4
2007 454 31.8 14.3 57.7
2008 442 31.8 13.9 54.3
2009 452 31.9 14.2 53.1
2010 518 32.0 16.1 56.4
2011 490 37.9 12.9 53.3
2012 503 33.8 14.8 61.6
2013 500 35.8 13.9 57.8
2014 508 33.5 15.1 56.7
2015 489 24.0 20.3 64.2
2016 477 32.0 14.9 67.1
2017 460 33.7 13.6 67.4
2018 468 35.9 13.0 66
2019 454 35.0 12.9 65.9
2020 435 34.0 12.7 61.6
2021 389 35.5 10.9 61.2
2022 403 35.5 11.3 51.6
2023 410 34.8 11.7 67.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Immunization Rates

Jefferson Elementary School

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionPolioMeaslesMumpsRubellaDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricella
201398.9%0.2%0.0%99.8%99.8%99.8%99.8%99.8%99.1%99.8%
201499.6%0.2%0.0%99.8%99.6%99.8%99.8%99.8%99.8%99.8%
201599.8%0.0%0.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%99.8%100.0%
201698.9%0.5%0.0%99.6%99.1%99.1%99.1%99.6%99.3%99.1%
201798.6%1.2%0.0%98.9%98.9%98.9%98.9%98.9%98.9%98.6%
201899.3%0.5%0.0%99.5%99.5%99.5%99.5%99.5%99.3%99.5%
2019100.0%0.0%0.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%
202098.3%0.0%99.3%100.0%100.0%100.0%99.5%99.0%100.0%

Data source: New York State Department of Health
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Jefferson Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $683 (5.9%) $10,881 (94.1%) $11,564
2020 $1,400 (13.0%) $9,352 (87.0%) $10,752
2021 $1,244 (9.9%) $11,357 (90.1%) $12,601
2022 $3,475 (26.4%) $9,697 (73.6%) $13,172
2023 $3,181 (21.0%) $11,946 (79.0%) $15,127

Data source: New York Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Jefferson Elementary School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 1319th of 2413 Elementary schoolsRanks 872nd of 2439 Elementary schools
 18.9%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Jefferson Elementary School)5841.5
 16.5%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Massena Central School District)6338.3
 24.7%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (New York)5244.9
 7.1%
3rd Grade Math (Jefferson Elementary School)7383
 10%
   3rd Grade Math (Massena Central School District)6660.8
 5.2%
   3rd Grade Math (New York)5453.7
 0.3%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Jefferson Elementary School)3939.3
 0.3%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Massena Central School District)4645.7
 0.3%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (New York)4848.8
 0.8%
4th Grade Math (Jefferson Elementary School)5666.1
 10.1%
   4th Grade Math (Massena Central School District)4459.5
 15.5%
   4th Grade Math (New York)5053.9
 3.8%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Jefferson Elementary School)1636.5
 20.5%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Massena Central School District)2745.6
 18.6%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (New York)3845.1
 7.1%
5th Grade Math (Jefferson Elementary School)2976.9
 47.9%
   5th Grade Math (Massena Central School District)3959.3
 20.3%
   5th Grade Math (New York)4649.7
 3.7%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Jefferson Elementary School)3638.3
 2.3%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Massena Central School District)4344.6
 1.6%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (New York)4745.8
 1.2%
6th Grade Math (Jefferson Elementary School)4980
 31%
   6th Grade Math (Massena Central School District)5063
 13%
   6th Grade Math (New York)4748.1
 1.1%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students454410
 9.7%
African American810
 25%
American Indian3850
 31.6%
Asian10
 100%
Hispanic44
Pacific Islander00
White400339
 15.3%
Two or More Races37
 133.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients65.9%67.3%
 1.5%

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In the 2022-23 school year, 410 students attended Jefferson Elementary School.

Jefferson Elementary School ranks 872nd of 2439 New York elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Students at Jefferson Elementary School are 83% White, 12% American Indian, 2% African American, 2% Two or more races.


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