Serving 372 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thomas Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Thomas Jefferson Elementary serves the southern part of Wausau, WI, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 372 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
372 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#494 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
35%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #494 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Thomas Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Mountain Elementary School, Stettin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Elementary School?
372 students attend Thomas Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Thomas Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson Elementary School?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is part of Wausau School District.
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