Serving 815 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Thomas Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 815 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Thomas Jefferson Elementary serves the southwest part of Glendale, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically experience a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 815 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
815 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2527 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
6%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
89%
20%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #2527 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Thomas Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Elementary School?
815 students attend Thomas Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Thomas Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson Elementary School?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Thomas Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is part of Glendale Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Thomas Jefferson Elementary School located?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is located in the Grandview neighborhood of Glendale, CA.
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