Serving 497 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Jefferson (Thomas) Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson (Thomas) Elementary School's student population of 497 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
497 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson (Thomas) Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson (Thomas) Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5755 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
76%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson (Thomas) Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson (Thomas) Elementary School is ranked #5755 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Jefferson (Thomas) Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson (Thomas) Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palisades Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Jefferson (Thomas) Elementary School?
497 students attend Jefferson (Thomas) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Jefferson (Thomas) Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson (Thomas) Elementary School?
Jefferson (Thomas) Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Jefferson (Thomas) Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson (Thomas) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Jefferson (Thomas) Elementary School part of?
Jefferson (Thomas) Elementary School is part of Anaheim Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Jefferson (Thomas) Elementary School located?
Jefferson (Thomas) Elementary School is located in the Southeast Anaheim neighborhood of Anaheim, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Southeast Anaheim.
School Reviews
5 8/2/2017
We at Thomas Jefferson Elementary School strive to provide a world-class education for our students. We are committed to doing our best to bring out the best in your child. As a learning community, the staff is continuously building their knowledge base to bring the most effective and engaging instruction possible. We are a STEAM school, a school that focuses on inquiry, problem-solving, and data. These are practices developed through the disciplines of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math. We believe these skills, coupled with teaching positive behavior and healthy social-emotional learning are critical for successful futures in college and career. My door is always open, and I'd love to meet and share more information about our amazing school!
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