Jefferson School District

District Overview
Situated at 206 S Taft Ave in Jefferson, Wisconsin, the Jefferson School District serves as an active, traditional public school system rooted in a distant town setting within the greater Watertown-Fort Atkinson area. Operating five educational facilities, the district delivers a continuous academic pathway spanning from prekindergarten through 12th grade for a student body of 1,612 learners. The student population reflects a rich community mix, comprising 1,165 White students, 358 Hispanic students, and 53 multiracial students, alongside Black, Asian, American Indian, and Pacific Islander peers, establishing a welcoming learning environment for local families across all grade levels.

Behind the district's daily operations is a comprehensive team of nearly 520 full-time equivalent professionals dedicated to student achievement and institutional well-being. This workforce includes over 262 classroom teachers, 28 instructional aides, and nearly 229 support staff members who collaboratively foster a well-rounded, attentive educational atmosphere. As a fully operational, non-charter public school system, Jefferson emphasizes strong educator-student engagement and robust community support. Families, prospective students, and education researchers can explore further details regarding district programs and performance by visiting their portal at www.sdoj.org or contacting the administration directly at (920) 675-1000.
5
Total Schools
1,612
Total Students
262.2
Full-Time Teachers
6.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Jefferson School District
Demographic Student Count
White1,165
Hispanic358
Black13
Asian13
Two or More53
American Indian4
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    1,165 (72.5%)
  • Hispanic
    358 (22.3%)
  • Two or More
    53 (3.3%)
  • Black
    13 (0.8%)
  • Asian
    13 (0.8%)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Jefferson School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary3
Middle1
High1
Other0
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:5
Students:1,612*
Teachers (FTE):262.2*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.2
Schools in Jefferson School District
Found 5 Schools