Serving 751 students in grades 6-8, Thomas Jefferson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 751 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Jefferson Middle School's student population of 751 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
751 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1227 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
17%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
65%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Jefferson Middle School's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School is ranked #1227 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Thomas Jefferson Middle School often compared to?
Thomas Jefferson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alki Middle School, Discovery Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Middle School?
751 students attend Thomas Jefferson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Thomas Jefferson Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson Middle School?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
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 Vancouver School District.
In what neighborhood is Thomas Jefferson Middle School located?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School is located in the Felida Starcrest neighborhood of Vancouver, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Felida Starcrest.
School Reviews
5 4/27/2020
Best school ever! I've learned so much and made so many friends. All my teachers are great also!!
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