Serving 335 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thomas Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 335 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 56% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
School Motto
Teachers, students, and parents work collaboratively to motivate and inspire our students.
School Mascot
Tj Tigers
School Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#996 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
10%
13%
White
59%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tj Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #996 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Thomas Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Utica Elementary School, W E Wilson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Elementary School?
335 students attend Thomas Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Thomas Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson Elementary School?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is part of Greater Clark County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 11/21/2020
I have never in my life found such an amazing, outstanding, awesome school! My children have grown both mentally and physically! The teachers are top notch!! Most of all Mrs. Botts & Mrs. Thomas, Mrs. Ballard last but not least Dr. Korfhage the best Principal of all times!! I''m so grateful my children attend this school!!
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