Thomas Jefferson Middle School

1201 Fairgrounds Rd
Jefferson City, MO 65109
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 1,070 students in grades 6-8, Thomas Jefferson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,070 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : Bottom 50% in MO
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Thomas Jefferson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

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School Overview

Thomas Jefferson Middle School's student population of 1,070 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,070 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
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School Rankings

Thomas Jefferson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson Middle School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (MO)
#1169 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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33%
37%
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44%
46%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
2%
2%
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Hispanic
8%
8%
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Black
20%
15%
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White
60%
69%
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Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.59
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Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
40%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Thomas Jefferson Middle School's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School is ranked #1169 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Middle School?
1,070 students attend Thomas Jefferson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Thomas Jefferson Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson Middle School?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson Middle School offer ?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Thomas Jefferson Middle School part of?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School is part of Jefferson City School District.

School Reviews

1   3/27/2020
It Removed, do not send your kids here. The teachers are unfair and the lunch bad for the health of students.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Anonymous
5   4/20/2010
Thomas Jefferson is a Great school to attend. It has the best teachers ever. The building is clean and the food is good. TJ is the best school ever!!!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - sando

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,070 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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