Thomas Jefferson Elementary School

8233 Nevada St
Jacksonville, FL 32220
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Rating
7/
10
Top 50%
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School serves 433 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 433 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Top 50% in FL
  • Math Proficiency
    : 60% (Top 30%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 55% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Thomas Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 433 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
433 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
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School Rankings

Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is ranked within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is 0.58, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (FL)
Overall Testing Rank
#1123 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
48%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
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American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
9%
36%
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Black
23%
21%
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White
60%
36%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Diversity Score
0.58
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Thomas Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #1123 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Elementary School?
433 students attend Thomas Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Thomas Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson Elementary School?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Thomas Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is part of Duval School District.

School Calendar

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Event
Date
Schools open (former weather day)
October 27, 2023 (Friday)
Schools closed
November 22, 2023 (Wednesday)
Schools open (former weather day)
December 01, 2023 (Friday)
Winter Break - Schools Closed
January 02, 2024 (Tuesday)

School Reviews

5   8/25/2010
I absolutely do recommend TJE. It's been the best primary school I could have asked for, for my daughter to attend. It's an A magnet school, and really focuses attention on the students. I'm proud that my daughter is and has been apart of this school since Kindergarden. Anyone looking for a great primary school, this is it.
- Posted by Parent - wildf

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Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 433 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Top 50%
  • Math Proficiency
    : 60% (Top 30%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 55% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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