Serving 620 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 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Thomas Jefferson Jr High School's student population of 620 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Jr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,663 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 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#829 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
32%
27%
Black
17%
17%
White
38%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 #829 out of 3,663 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 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Jr High School?
620 students attend Thomas Jefferson Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Thomas Jefferson Jr High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 5% 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 12:1, 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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