Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology is a Virginia state-chartered magnet high school in Fairfax County, Virginia operated by Fairfax County Public Schools. The school occupies the building of the previous Thomas Jefferson High School.
Serving 2,015 students in grades 9-12, Thomas Jefferson High For Science And Technology ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,015 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Jefferson High For Science And Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Thomas Jefferson High For Science And Technology's student population of 2,015 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,015 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Year Founded
1985
Colors
White, Red, Navy Blue
School Calendar
School Motto
I will uphold academic and personal integrity in the TJ community.
School Rankings
Thomas Jefferson High For Science And Technology ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson High For Science And Technology is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#170 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥80%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥99%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
64%
8%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
5%
22%
White
19%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Jefferson High For Science And Technology's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson High For Science And Technology is ranked #170 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thomas Jefferson High For Science And Technology?
The graduation rate of Thomas Jefferson High For Science And Technology is 99%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson High For Science And Technology?
2,015 students attend Thomas Jefferson High For Science And Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Thomas Jefferson High For Science And Technology students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson High For Science And Technology?
Thomas Jefferson High For Science And Technology has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson High For Science And Technology offer ?
Thomas Jefferson High For Science And Technology offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas Jefferson High For Science And Technology part of?
Thomas Jefferson High For Science And Technology is part of Fairfax County School District.
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