The top reported proficiency rate is 48% in English language arts. The lowest is 34% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Jefferson El
Jefferson Elementary is a small school serving first through fourth grade in Jefferson, Texas, with an enrollment of about that size spread fairly evenly across its grades. The student body is predominantly white, with a substantial Black population, and a smaller Latino and multiracial share. A large majority of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, reflecting significant economic need in the school's attendance area.
The school's state assessment results show a mixed picture. In English language arts, about half the third-grade class and two-fifths of fourth graders reach proficiency. Math proficiency is lower, with roughly one-third of students in both tested grades scoring at proficient levels or above. Across all tested subjects and grade levels, roughly two-thirds of students demonstrate at least the "approaches" level (the lowest proficiency band), while just under a fifth reach the highest "masters" level. ELA shows relatively stronger performance than math; in reading and writing, roughly three-quarters of students approach proficiency, whereas in math just over half do.
The school serves a community where home values have declined modestly over the past year relative to state and national benchmarks. The local market sits well below both the state average and the national average, making homeownership more affordable for families on tighter budgets. Mortgage-carrying costs and rental pressures remain moderate by national standards. Unemployment in the area is steady at a reasonable level, and median household income regionally is solid.
At the district level, Jefferson ISD has recently made several shifts families should be aware of. The district received state funding to overhaul how math is taught in kindergarten through fifth grade, bringing in new instructional materials and coaching for teachers. This is a curriculum change that directly shapes how your child will learn math. In 2025 the board also adopted new policies on school library materials, allowing parents to indicate which items their child cannot access, and implemented changes tied to state law regarding parental rights, instruction on certain topics, diversity and inclusion programming, student social transition support, and student clubs. These are substantive policy areas that families with different values may weigh differently. On a financial note, the district lowered its property tax rate for the 2025-26 school year, reducing the tax burden on homeowners.
State assessment data for earlier years was not available, so growth trends cannot be assessed. The school serves only grades one through four, so there is no high school graduation rate. No data on chronic absenteeism, discipline, or staffing was provided. Enrollment data for special education and English learner populations was also not reported. A parent seeking to understand these aspects may want to contact the school directly.
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