Serving 958 students in grades 6-8, Thomas Jefferson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 958 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Thomas Jefferson Middle School's student population of 958 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
958 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1176 out of 1230 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
30%
8%
Black
38%
11%
White
22%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Jefferson Middle School's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School is ranked #1176 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Thomas Jefferson Middle School often compared to?
Thomas Jefferson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marion C. Moore School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Middle School?
958 students attend Thomas Jefferson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Thomas Jefferson Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson Middle School?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson Middle School offer ?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas Jefferson Middle School part of?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/17/2011
Both of my (now grown) children attended Thomas Jefferson Middle School. It is, and has always been, a school where motivated children can learn from highly educated teachers in a safe environment. The administration works tirelessly alongside the teachers, staff, and parents to make sure the students' educational, social, and developmental needs are met. No wonder Principal Gregaory was named Middle School Principal of the Year!
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