Serving 574 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thomas Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Thomas Jefferson Elementary serves a central area within Tulsa, OK, covering approximately 1.8 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 574 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
574 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Together We Make A Difference
School Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#961 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
American Indian
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Asian
8%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Hispanic
23%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Black
33%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
White
18%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
15%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Redhawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #961 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Thomas Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jarman Elementary School, Cedar Ridge Elementary School, Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Elementary School?
574 students attend Thomas Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Thomas Jefferson Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson Elementary School?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is part of Union School District.
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