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Jefferson Elementary

Carlsbad Unified · San Diego County · 3743 Jefferson Street, Carlsbad, CA 92008-3336

(760) 331-5500 · www.carlsbadusd.k12.ca.us

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7/10
#1774
Rank 1774 out of 5,722
Top 31%
English Language Arts7/10 · #1932 · 66th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #1856 · 68th percentile
Science8/10 · #1447 · 74th percentile

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School Overview

Jefferson Elementary sits in the heart of Carlsbad, a coastal San Diego County city known for its relaxed beach-town vibe and strong sense of community — the kind of place where families put down roots and stay. The school performs solidly across the board, with science scores standing out, making it a good fit for families who want a well-rounded public education without the pressure of the most cutthroat academic environments. If you're moving to the 92008 zip code and have elementary-age kids, Jefferson is a dependable neighborhood school in a city that tends to make it easy to love where you live.

Student Demographics

194 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
107 (55%)
White
67 (35%)
Multiple Races
12 (6%)
African American
6 (3%)
American Indian
4 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners28 (14%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged135 (70%)
Students with Disabilities50 (26%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

471
Enrollment
23.3
Teachers (FTE)
20.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
18.1
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

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 Programs8/10 · #1644 · 73rd percentile

124 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found