Thomas Jefferson Middle School

Thomas Jefferson Middle School serves 621 students in grades 6-8. 
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 621 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Thomas Jefferson Middle School's student population of 621 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
621 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers

School Rankings

The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson Middle School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
55%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
45%
0.60
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 05/06/2026

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Middle School?
621 students attend Thomas Jefferson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Thomas Jefferson Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson Middle School?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson Middle School offer ?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Thomas Jefferson Middle School part of?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School is part of Palatine CCSD 15 School District.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 621 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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