Serving 502 students in grades 4-6, Jefferson Intermediate ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jefferson Intermediate's student population of 502 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
502 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson Intermediate ranks within the top 20% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Intermediate is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#133 out of 1233 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
91%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Intermediate's ranking?
Jefferson Intermediate is ranked #133 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Intermediate?
502 students attend Jefferson Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Jefferson Intermediate students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Intermediate?
Jefferson Intermediate has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jefferson Intermediate offer ?
Jefferson Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Intermediate part of?
Jefferson Intermediate is part of Pella Comm School District.
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