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Jefferson Elementary

Fresno Unified · Fresno County · 202 North Mariposa Street, Fresno, CA 93701-2425

(559) 457-2960 · go.fresnou.org/jefferson

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7/10
#1984
Rank 1984 out of 5,722
Top 35%
English Language Arts7/10 · #1766 · 69th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #1425 · 75th percentile
Science4/10 · #3696 · 34th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Jefferson Elementary sits in central Fresno, part of one of California's largest urban districts, and its strong English and math scores put it well above what you might expect for a school in a densely populated, working-class neighborhood. Families who value academic momentum in the core subjects and don't mind a bustling, diverse city environment will find a lot to like here. Fresno itself offers an affordable cost of living and easy access to both the Sierra Nevada and the Central Valley's agricultural heart, making it a practical base for families who want urban amenities without Bay Area prices.

Student Demographics

193 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
160 (83%)
Asian
14 (7%)
Multiple Races
8 (4%)
African American
6 (3%)
White
4 (2%)
Other
1 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners93 (48%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged182 (94%)
Students with Disabilities41 (21%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

383
Enrollment
22.3
Teachers (FTE)
17.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
17.2
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 · #2679 · 56th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found