Serving 386 students in grades 6-8, jefferson Middle School academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
jefferson Middle School academy's student population of 386 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
jefferson Middle School academy ranks within the top 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of jefferson Middle School academy is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#104 out of 220 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
18%
Black
89%
64%
White
5%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is jefferson Middle School academy's ranking?
jefferson Middle School academy is ranked #104 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are jefferson Middle School academy often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend jefferson Middle School academy?
386 students attend jefferson Middle School academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of jefferson Middle School academy students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of jefferson Middle School academy?
jefferson Middle School academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does jefferson Middle School academy offer ?
jefferson Middle School academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is jefferson Middle School academy part of?
jefferson Middle School academy is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is jefferson Middle School academy located?
jefferson Middle School academy is located in the Southwest Waterfront neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 1 other public schools located in Southwest Waterfront.
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