Serving 504 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jeffers Pond Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jeffers Pond Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jeffers Pond Elementary School's student population of 504 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
504 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Jeffers Pond Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jeffers Pond Elementary School is 0.37, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#26 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
79%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jeffers Pond Elementary School's ranking?
Jeffers Pond Elementary School is ranked #26 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Jeffers Pond Elementary School often compared to?
Jeffers Pond Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle Creek Elementary School, Glendale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Jeffers Pond Elementary School?
504 students attend Jeffers Pond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Jeffers Pond Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jeffers Pond Elementary School?
Jeffers Pond Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jeffers Pond Elementary School offer ?
Jeffers Pond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jeffers Pond Elementary School part of?
Jeffers Pond Elementary School is part of Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools School District.
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