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Elementary Schools

Jefferson Academy

Jefferson City · Jackson County · 99 Dragon Dr, Jefferson, GA 30549.0

(706)367-2300

9/10
#137
Rank 137 out of 1,259
Top 11%
English Language Arts9/10 · #185 · 85th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #107 · 92nd percentile
Science9/10 · #145 · 88th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Jefferson Academy sits in the heart of Jefferson, a small but fast-growing town in Jackson County where a strong sense of community meets rising academic expectations. With math scores in the 92nd percentile and well-rounded performance across English and science, it's a school that draws families who want rigorous academics without the anonymity of a large suburban district. Jefferson itself has that small-town Georgia charm — think Friday night football, walkable historic streets, and neighbors who actually know each other — making it a genuinely appealing place to put down roots.

Student Demographics

923 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
678 (73%)
Hispanic
101 (11%)
Multiple Races
56 (6%)
African American
55 (6%)
Asian
28 (3%)
Other
5 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners35 (4%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged303 (33%)
Students with Disabilities124 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,871
Enrollment
61.42
Teachers (FTE)
30.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3
Administrators (FTE)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #576 · 55th percentile

17 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Georgia.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found