Serving 527 students in grades 6-12, Thomas Jefferson High School For Advanced Studies ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Thomas Jefferson High School for Advanced Studies serves the northern part of Gretna, LA, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 104.6 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 6.8 miles, reaching up to 14.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Jefferson High School For Advanced Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Thomas Jefferson High School For Advanced Studies's student population of 527 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
527 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
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School Rankings
Thomas Jefferson High School For Advanced Studies ranks within the top 1% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson High School For Advanced Studies is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#12 out of 1244 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
34%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Showing 2011–2024. View full 15-year historical data
Asian
19%
2%
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Hispanic
19%
11%
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Black
31%
42%
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White
26%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
≥95%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Jefferson High School For Advanced Studies's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson High School For Advanced Studies is ranked #12 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Thomas Jefferson High School For Advanced Studies often compared to?
Thomas Jefferson High School For Advanced Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thomas Jefferson High School For Advanced Studies?
The graduation rate of Thomas Jefferson High School For Advanced Studies is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson High School For Advanced Studies?
527 students attend Thomas Jefferson High School For Advanced Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Thomas Jefferson High School For Advanced Studies students are Black, 26% of students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson High School For Advanced Studies?
Thomas Jefferson High School For Advanced Studies has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson High School For Advanced Studies offer ?
Thomas Jefferson High School For Advanced Studies offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas Jefferson High School For Advanced Studies part of?
Thomas Jefferson High School For Advanced Studies is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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