Serving 462 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Thomas Jefferson School No. 1 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey 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 New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Jefferson School No. 1 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Thomas Jefferson School No. 1's student population of 462 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thomas Jefferson School No. 1 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson School No. 1 is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2001 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
90%
32%
Black
5%
15%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Jefferson School No. 1's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson School No. 1 is ranked #2001 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson School No. 1?
462 students attend Thomas Jefferson School No. 1.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Thomas Jefferson School No. 1 students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson School No. 1?
Thomas Jefferson School No. 1 has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson School No. 1 offer ?
Thomas Jefferson School No. 1 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Thomas Jefferson School No. 1 part of?
Thomas Jefferson School No. 1 is part of Passaic City School District.
School Reviews
2 3/14/2023
one of the best schools best teachers lunch and well-educated students.
5 10/5/2010
The school has highly qualified teachers. All of them have graduated from different universities and have Ba/Bs, MA/MS and some Phd. The facility is old but in good conditions and the parent involvement is increasing due to the effort of the Parent liaison.
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