Thomas Jefferson High School is a public high school located in the heart of the Westshore Business District of Tampa, Florida, United States. It is an Area 1 school under the Hillsborough County Public Schools system.
Serving 1,355 students in grades 9-12, Jefferson High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,355 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson High School's student population of 1,355 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,355 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1939
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3061 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
61%
37%
Black
28%
21%
White
8%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson High School's ranking?
Jefferson High School is ranked #3061 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Jefferson High School often compared to?
Jefferson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillsborough High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson High School?
The graduation rate of Jefferson High School is 89%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Jefferson High School?
1,355 students attend Jefferson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Jefferson High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson High School?
Jefferson High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jefferson High School offer ?
Jefferson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson High School part of?
Jefferson High School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Jefferson High School located?
Jefferson High School is located in the Carver City Lincoln Gardens neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Carver City Lincoln Gardens.
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