Serving 786 students in grades 6-8, Thomas Jefferson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 786 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson Middle School serves the northwest part of Vancouver, WA, covering an area of approximately 7.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 3.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Jefferson Middle School's student population of 786 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
786 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1278 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
64%
47%
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Hawaiian
2%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
9%
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All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Jefferson Middle School's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School is ranked #1278 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Thomas Jefferson Middle School often compared to?
Thomas Jefferson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alki Middle School, Discovery Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Middle School?
786 students attend Thomas Jefferson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Thomas Jefferson Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson Middle School?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson Middle School offer ?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas Jefferson Middle School part of?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School is part of Vancouver School District.
In what neighborhood is Thomas Jefferson Middle School located?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School is located in the Felida Starcrest neighborhood of Vancouver, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Felida Starcrest.
School Reviews
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