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Jefferson Elementary School

11 Moffett St
Pittsburgh, PA 15243
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 5%
Serving 317 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 317 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : Top 5% in PA
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • : ≥90% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Jefferson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 317 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1912
School Calendar

School Rankings

Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
#136 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
65-69%
38%
85-89%
55%
≥90%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
80%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.35
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #136 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
317 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary School?
Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of MT Lebanon School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 317 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • : ≥90% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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