Serving 927 students in grades 6-8, Thomas Jefferson Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 927 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Thomas Jefferson Middle serves the west part of Jefferson City, MO, covering an attendance zone of approximately 78.3 square miles, with typical drives to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes and the furthest edge being about 10.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Jefferson Middle School's student population of 927 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
927 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson Middle School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1034 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
20%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
59%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Jefferson Middle School's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School is ranked #1034 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Middle School?
927 students attend Thomas Jefferson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Thomas Jefferson Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson Middle School?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson Middle School offer ?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas Jefferson Middle School part of?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School is part of Jefferson City School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Thomas Jefferson is a Great school to attend. It has the best teachers ever. The building is clean and the food is good. TJ is the best school ever!!!
1 10/10/2025
It Removed, do not send your kids here. The teachers are unfair and the lunch bad for the health of students.
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