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Jeffries Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 589 students

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5 stars

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Posted May 13, 2013

My son is ASD and has been going to Jeffries for 3yrs now and I can't believe how much he's improved socially as well as academically. The staff really cares about the student's and they do everything they can to make sure the kids are getting the best education possible. I credit his teacher's for his love of learning!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 24, 2012

My girl friends son is flourishing in this school. the staff is very helpful in keeping us in the loop on where he is excelling and lagging.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 7, 2009

Jeffries is a great school! The teachers are committed to working with parents to ensure the very best education for children. The parents are a tremendous support for teachers and students. What a wonderful place to be!
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted October 6, 2009

I love Jeffries Elementary School because they accepted the challenge of educating my son who has high functioning autism for five years.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 3, 2009

We have the best teachers who are 100% dedicated to the Jeffries kids.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 3, 2009

Everyday at Jeffries I witness teachers, parents, and students going out of their way to help the kids that go to school there. The staff there are great teachers and great people.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 24, 2009

I am a female Substitute Teacher for SPS system. with a Masters in Education. I have Sub. at all SPS schools. This is the best elem. school I have ever sub. for. I have had over 70 jobs at Jeffries. The staff is great and they do not sit and complain about the children in a derogatory manner during lunch or planning time, they are a great team and always discuss children with empathy and professionalism. The principal is caring with a wonderful elem. personality. I have transferred my child to this school---that says a lot.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted August 28, 2007

I think that Jeffries is a wonderful school. My son has had great teachers and we have a super staff. Our teachers perform at a very high standard and our principal leadership is great. The PTA is not a clique. They are very easy to get involved with and are always looking for any new people that want to be involved. Jeffries is a great school! I would not send my children anywhere else.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 4, 2006

This is my sons very first year of school. He is in kindergarten and I am so glad that he goes to Jeffries. He has a great teacher. The principals are very nice and understanding. They talk to him like big kid and he loves that. I think that Jeffries is a great school. All the teachers are wonderful and very polite.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Communication Arts

The state average for Communication Arts was 46% in 2012.

97 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
37%

2011

 
 
40%

2010

 
 
38%

2009

 
 
37%
Math

The state average for Math was 53% in 2012.

97 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
50%

2011

 
 
48%

2010

 
 
44%

2009

 
 
48%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Communication Arts

The state average for Communication Arts was 53% in 2012.

75 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
53%

2011

 
 
55%

2010

 
 
39%

2009

 
 
47%
Math

The state average for Math was 51% in 2012.

75 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
68%

2011

 
 
64%

2010

 
 
49%

2009

 
 
54%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Communication Arts

The state average for Communication Arts was 53% in 2012.

79 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
52%

2011

 
 
43%

2010

 
 
48%

2009

 
 
56%
Math

The state average for Math was 55% in 2012.

79 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
60%

2011

 
 
48%

2010

 
 
45%

2009

 
 
58%
Science

The state average for Science was 52% in 2012.

79 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
52%

2011

 
 
52%

2010

 
 
33%

2009

 
 
49%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Communication Arts

All Students37%
Female52%
Male25%
Blackn/a
Hispanicn/a
White37%
Free or reduced-price lunch31%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a

Math

All Students50%
Female57%
Male43%
Blackn/a
Hispanicn/a
White48%
Free or reduced-price lunch46%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education; data is not reported if there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Communication Arts

All Students53%
Female54%
Male53%
Blackn/a
Hispanicn/a
White51%
Free or reduced-price lunch46%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a

Math

All Students68%
Female62%
Male75%
Blackn/a
Hispanicn/a
White68%
Free or reduced-price lunch66%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education; data is not reported if there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Communication Arts

All Students52%
Female51%
Male53%
Blackn/a
Hispanicn/a
White55%
Free or reduced-price lunch40%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a

Math

All Students60%
Female59%
Male60%
Blackn/a
Hispanicn/a
White58%
Free or reduced-price lunch53%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a

Science

All Students52%
Female49%
Male55%
Blackn/a
Hispanicn/a
White56%
Free or reduced-price lunch38%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education; data is not reported if there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 88% 76%
Black 8% 18%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 2%
Hispanic 2% 4%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 47%N/A39%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 17N/A14
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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4051 South Scenic
Springfield, MO 65807
Phone: (417) 523-3900

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