Serving 957 students in grades 6-8, Thomas Jefferson Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 957 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Thomas Jefferson Middle School's student population of 957 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
957 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson Middle School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1026 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
20%
15%
White
60%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Jefferson Middle School's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School is ranked #1026 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Middle School?
957 students attend Thomas Jefferson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Thomas Jefferson Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson Middle School?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
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 Jefferson City School District.
School Reviews
1 3/27/2020
It Removed, do not send your kids here. The teachers are unfair and the lunch bad for the health of students.
5 4/20/2010
Thomas Jefferson is a Great school to attend. It has the best teachers ever. The building is clean and the food is good. TJ is the best school ever!!!
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