Jefferson Elementary School

110 Ashwood Avenue

School District

Summit Public
Grade

1-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:7
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on June 20, 2020

We love the Jefferson school community. From Parents to Teachers and librarians, everyone knows the kids and love seeing them grow.
Submitted by parent on May 22, 2017

Not sure where a rating below the other Summit schools...check your facts! In 2014, Jefferson's scores outperformed Brayton and Washington Schools and came very close to those of Franklin and Lincoln. Great school.
Submitted by parent on July 08, 2014

Jefferson is the hidden gem of the Summit School system. The score here is misleading. Class sizes are small and the staff is superb. The principle is truly the best in town!
Submitted by parent on May 30, 2014

Jefferson Elementary School breeds Leaders. The type of kids who will do the right thing at school, and in the community. I am so grateful that my child has the opportunity to attend Jefferson. The teachers are so passionate about their job, Mr. Poles (Principal) is incredible and greets every child by name during drop off. My child has experienced the diversity that is in the world and will be very prepared to move forward and interact in a positive manner. Jefferson Elementary School breeds Leaders!
Submitted by parent on May 28, 2014

Please update the test scores for Jefferson. Your rating is out of date and misleading. Schooldigger.com offers the 2013 scores and highlights how well ALL the Summit schools are doing; Jefferson included.
Submitted by parent on October 25, 2013

This is the smallest elementary school in Summit. My son's 5th grade class only had 16 children in it. The school has a very close knit community and the principal knows everyone by name. It has a very diverse population, but considering that most of the other Summit schools are very homogeneous, we think it is a huge plus!
Submitted by parent on September 14, 2013

Our family is so blessed to have our children educated at Jefferson Elementary School. There is a sense of community here that just can't be put into words. From our wonderful principal greeting each child at drop off every morning, addressing him or her by name, to the dedicated staff who bend over backwards each day not just educating our children, but making sure they are truly cared for. My children are thriving here, both academically and socially. It's a wonderful school and community to have supporting your family.
Submitted by parent on September 13, 2013

When we first moved here, I heard various things about Jefferson and how it compared to other elementary schools in the town. Initially, I was concerned. However, any concerns or fears I had were misplaced. Jefferson is a wonderful elementary school. My child is thriving and just loves her school. The staff is incredible. You can't beat our class sizes. All elementary schools in our town have the same curriculum and filter into the same middle school. Our family enjoys Jefferson's diversity as well. It is a great community of parents and staff. I'm glad we learned first hand about this little gem.
Submitted by parent on September 03, 2013

My kids love this school ,the principal and the teachers are great ,there are a lots of activities and learning all thru out school time,students are well manner,kids learn and have fun at the same time.
Submitted by parent on July 22, 2013

Jefferson is an excellent school struggling to adapt to the needs of its students while continually being compared to other Summit schools in wealthier neighborhoods. It is disturbing to read people are reluctant to move into the Jefferson School area due to its lower state rating. We are all supposed to be embracing our increasingly diverse population, yet here we are with a wonderfully diverse student body in a school with a supportive, caring, and hard-working staff, and ratings are down due to standardized test scores. These same students move on to Summit Middle and High Schools and are able to succeed due to the strong foundation Jefferson has provided them. It should be applauded.
Submitted by parent on March 01, 2013

Don't let the economic division in Summit change your opinion of Jefferson. It is a fantastic school. The families are involved. There is a wonderful mix of cultures and diversity. The teachers, principal, and staff are devoted and caring, and very approachable. The first/second grade multi-age class system is a unique concept that makes student's education more personalized.
Submitted by parent on June 06, 2012

Jefferson is a wonderful school. All of my children have attended the school and have received an excellent education. My eldest is in the Middle School and is a straight A student and is in the highest level of math. I have no doubt they are given all the tools necessary to become successful in life.
Submitted by parent on June 06, 2012

Wonderful and dedicated teachers and staff. Great programs available to the students and I love the diversity!
Submitted by parent on April 07, 2011

There is some wild misconception that Jefferson is somehow not as good as the other schools in Summit. Our children thrive at Jefferson. From the top down, this school is amazing.