Serving 1,330 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy's student population of 1,330 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,330 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
A society that wishes to be both ignorant and free, in a state of civilization, wants what never was, and never will be.
School Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#142 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)82%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
28.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
72%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Burgundy and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy is ranked #142 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy often compared to?
Thomas Jefferson Classical Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Pinnacle Classical Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy?
The graduation rate of Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy?
1,330 students attend Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy?
Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy offer ?
Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy part of?
Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy is part of Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
They discriminate against children with special learning needs.
5 10/10/2025
Great school for academics. Their only issue is trying to recruit kids from other schools to play ball. Giving them special treatment when they can't keep up academically.
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