At a glance
Reported students
240
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
17.5
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13.7:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–04
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Indiana elementary enrollment
11th percentile
Compared with 1,053 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
379
Jefferson Elementary School: 240 reported students.
State peer staffing position
29th percentile
13.7:1 reported; state peer median 15:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 228
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18.5
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12.3:1
What the reported data says about Jefferson Elementary School
Jefferson Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–04 in Plymouth. It is one of 7 current school records connected to Plymouth Community School Corp. NCES reports 240 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,053 elementary schools in Indiana with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 434 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 11th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13.7:1, close to the Indiana median of 15:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (65%) and Hispanic or Latino (27.5%). English learners represent 23.7% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 15.4%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Jefferson Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 13.7:1 student–teacher ratio and 17.5 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 23.7%
- Students with disabilities
- 15.4%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 59.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White65%
- Hispanic27.5%
- Black2.1%
- Asian0.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Plymouth Community School Corp
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Washington Discovery Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–04
257 reported students
Webster Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–04
310 reported students
Menominee Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–04
379 reported students
Riverside Intermediate
Middle · Grades 05–06
450 reported students
Lincoln Junior High School
Middle · Grades 07–08
498 reported students
Plymouth High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,034 reported students
Public schools near Jefferson Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth High School High · Plymouth Community School Corp | 09–12 | 1,034 | 0.4 mi |
| Washington Discovery Academy Elementary · Plymouth Community School Corp | PK–04 | 257 | 1.4 mi |
| Webster Elementary School Elementary · Plymouth Community School Corp | PK–04 | 310 | 1.5 mi |
| Menominee Elementary School Elementary · Plymouth Community School Corp | PK–04 | 379 | 1.9 mi |
| Argos Community Elementary Elementary · Argos Community Schools | PK–05 | 319 | 8.2 mi |
| LaVille Elementary School Elementary · Union-North United School Corp | KG–06 | 649 | 8.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Jefferson Elementary School
What grades does Jefferson Elementary School serve?
Jefferson Elementary School reports grades PK–04 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Plymouth Community School Corp.
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
Jefferson Elementary School reported 240 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 11th percentile among 1,053 Indiana elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 228 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Jefferson Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 13.7:1, based on 240 students and 17.5 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Indiana median for the same school level is 15:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Jefferson Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Jefferson Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Plymouth Community School Corp attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Jefferson Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
59.6% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Jefferson Elementary School in?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of Plymouth Community School Corp, based in Plymouth, IN, which operates 7 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Jefferson Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Plymouth High School (0.4 mi), Washington Discovery Academy (1.4 mi), Webster Elementary School (1.5 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.