Serving 808 students in grades 6-8, Thomas Jefferson Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Thomas Jefferson Middle serves the western part of Winston Salem, NC, covering an area of approximately 26.9 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Thomas Jefferson Middle School's student population of 808 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
808 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson Middle School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#856 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
25%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
49%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Jefferson Middle School's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School is ranked #856 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Thomas Jefferson Middle School often compared to?
Thomas Jefferson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Downtown School, Meadowlark Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Middle School?
808 students attend Thomas Jefferson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Thomas Jefferson Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson Middle School?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
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 Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools.
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