Serving 566 students in grades 7-8, Thomas Jefferson Jr High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Thomas Jefferson Jr High School's student population of 566 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
566 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Jr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson Jr High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#698 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
29%
27%
Black
14%
17%
White
42%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Jefferson Jr High School's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson Jr High School is ranked #698 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Jr High School?
566 students attend Thomas Jefferson Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Thomas Jefferson Jr High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson Jr High School?
Thomas Jefferson Jr High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson Jr High School offer ?
Thomas Jefferson Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Thomas Jefferson Jr High School part of?
Thomas Jefferson Jr High School is part of Woodridge SD 68 School District.
School Reviews
5 11/15/2012
I just recently graduated Jefferson and I loved that school so much! The teachers were all great. They were good teachers and they treated you as if you were their own kids. Jefferson really made you feel at home and I always looked forward to going to school. All the extracurricular activities were good as well! Being able to stay after school and do what you love and then having a bus available to drop you off was amazing and a great oppurtunity. It was just amazing school in general. And my favorite teachers EVER were Mrs. Barron, Mrs. Mack, Mrs. Lamb and Mrs. Oswald! Great teachers. I love them so much and I hope future students will as well!
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