Serving 274 students in grades 3-5, Thomas Jefferson School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Jefferson School's student population of 274 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thomas Jefferson School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#733 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
32%
32%
Black
7%
15%
White
49%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Jefferson School's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson School is ranked #733 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Thomas Jefferson School often compared to?
Thomas Jefferson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alexander Hamilton by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson School?
274 students attend Thomas Jefferson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Thomas Jefferson School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson School?
Thomas Jefferson School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson School offer ?
Thomas Jefferson School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Thomas Jefferson School part of?
Thomas Jefferson School is part of Morris School District.
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