Serving 767 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 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 767 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- 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 767 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
767 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.70, 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
#856 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
16%
21%
Black
26%
25%
White
45%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
767 students attend Thomas Jefferson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Thomas Jefferson Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson Middle School?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, 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
What school district is Thomas Jefferson Middle School part of?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School is part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools School District.
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