Jefferson Elementary School

"Jefferson School is an exceptional school. It has an excellent, highly qualified staff that helps each student achieve his/her highest academic potential while also developing character and values. The student population is truly diverse, which is a rare and treasured gift that is embraced by all members of the school community. Children who attend Jefferson School are given a unique educational experience that prepares them academically and socially for the world beyond the classroom."

"Jefferson School is a gem. The staff, under the direction of Ron Poles, works hard to connect with every student and help them achieve their absolute best. There is a strong sense of community among parents, students & staff. Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful!"

"Wonderful school. Very focused on driving strong academic results as well as building strong character in students. Teachers are amazingly engaged. True sense of community among parents."

"Jefferson School is fantastic. Class sizes are small, teachers really care about the kids, the principal really CARES, knows every child by name, and is enthusiastic about learning and family involvement. Yes, compared to other Summit schools, the student body make up is lower income and more diverse in ethnicity and disability, but there are lots of life lessons there. Diversity is celebrated at Jefferson! All elementary schools lead to the same middle and high school in Summit. Do your homework and you will see the Summit district ranks well in New Jersey/the country and Jefferson is no exception. Don't snub your nose at Jefferson - I feel my child is getting an excellent education and has a better sense of real world dynamics than other Summit elementary kids. There are lots of opportunities for families to be involved and some great programs happening at Jefferson. I have a choice about what side of town I want to live in and I whole-heartedly choose to live in the Jefferson district!"

"Jefferson School is an exceptional school. It has an excellent, highly qualified staff that helps each student achieve his/her highest academic potential while also developing character and values. The student population is truly diverse, which is a rare and treasured gift that is embraced by all members of the school community. Children who attend Jefferson School are given a unique educational experience that prepares them academically and socially for the world beyond the classroom."

"Wonderful school. Very focused on driving strong academic results as well as building strong character in students. Teachers are amazingly engaged. True sense of community among parents."

"Jefferson School is a gem. The staff, under the direction of Ron Poles, works hard to connect with every student and help them achieve their absolute best. There is a strong sense of community among parents, students & staff. Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful!"

"Jefferson School is fantastic. Class sizes are small, teachers really care about the kids, the principal really CARES, knows every child by name, and is enthusiastic about learning and family involvement. Yes, compared to other Summit schools, the student body make up is lower income and more diverse in ethnicity and disability, but there are lots of life lessons there. Diversity is celebrated at Jefferson! All elementary schools lead to the same middle and high school in Summit. Do your homework and you will see the Summit district ranks well in New Jersey/the country and Jefferson is no exception. Don't snub your nose at Jefferson - I feel my child is getting an excellent education and has a better sense of real world dynamics than other Summit elementary kids. There are lots of opportunities for families to be involved and some great programs happening at Jefferson. I have a choice about what side of town I want to live in and I whole-heartedly choose to live in the Jefferson district!"