Thomas Jefferson High School serves 720 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 30:1 was higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
720 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
24%
30%
Black
75%
15%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New York City Geographic District #19
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson High School?
720 students attend Thomas Jefferson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Thomas Jefferson High School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson High School?
Thomas Jefferson High School has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson High School offer ?
Thomas Jefferson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Thomas Jefferson High School part of?
Thomas Jefferson High School is part of New York City Geographic District #19.
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