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Elementary SchoolsGrades P-8

Jefferson Elementary

Compton Unified · Los Angeles County · 2508 East 133rd Street, Compton, CA 90222-2723

(310) 898-6190 · www.compton.k12.ca.us

7/10
#2243
Rank 2243 out of 5,722
Top 39%
English Language Arts7/10 · #1976 · 65th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #2097 · 63rd percentile
Science5/10 · #3194 · 43rd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Jefferson Elementary stands out as one of the stronger schools in Compton Unified, drawing families who want a solid academic foundation close to home in a community that's seen real investment and renewal over the years. With English and math scores placing it in the 60s percentile-wise, it's a genuinely competitive option for the area, appealing to parents who are engaged and looking for a neighborhood school that takes learning seriously. Compton itself is a dense, working-class city just south of downtown LA — families here tend to be tight-knit and community-driven, and Jefferson reflects that spirit.

Student Demographics

425 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
406 (96%)
African American
14 (3%)
Other
5 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners160 (38%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged393 (92%)
Students with Disabilities55 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

642
Enrollment
23.4
Teachers (FTE)
27.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3
Administrators (FTE)
23.8
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 Programs6/10 · #2518 · 58th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found