Serving 1,428 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,428 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy's student population of 1,428 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
A society that wishes to be both ignorant and free, in a state of civilization, wants what never was, and never will be.
School Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy is 0.50, 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
#142 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)82%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
8%
25%
White
69%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥95%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
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 Classical Academy's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy is ranked #142 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy often compared to?
Thomas Jefferson Classical Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Pinnacle Classical Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy?
The graduation rate of Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy?
1,428 students attend Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy?
Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy offer ?
Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy part of?
Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy is part of Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy School District.
School Reviews
5 11/17/2021
Great school for academics. Their only issue is trying to recruit kids from other schools to play ball. Giving them special treatment when they can't keep up academically.
2 6/27/2011
They discriminate against children with special learning needs.
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