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Thomas Jefferson Charter School

#2 in Best Public Elementary Schools in Canyon County
  • A-
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Charter
  • PK, K-12
  • Caldwell, ID
  • 56 reviews
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A-
    2. Diversity
      B
    3. Teachers
      A-
    4. College Prep
      B+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C-
    6. Health & Safety
      A
    7. Administration
      B+
    8. Sports
      NG
    9. Food
      B+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C
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    Thomas Jefferson Charter School is a highly rated, public, charter school located in Caldwell, ID. It has 385 students in grades PK, K-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 18 to 1. According to state test scores, 64% of students are at least proficient in math and 76% in reading.
    tjcs.org
    (208) 455-8772
    1209 Adam Smith Ave
    Caldwell, ID 83605
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    Thomas Jefferson Charter School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    76%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    64%
    Average Graduation Rate
    85%
    Average SAT
    1160
    30 responses
    Average ACT
    26
    10 responses
    AP Enrollment
    20%
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    Living in the Area
    B-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B-
    2. Good for Families
      B-
    3. Housing
      B-
    Median Household Income
    $43,058
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $862
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $133,900
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    86%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.7 responses
    Poll
    71%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.7 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 14 responses
    Report
    • Drama plays and musicals
      29%
    • Senior Send-Off Day
      29%
    • Game nights
      14%
    • Prom
      14%
    • Ski night
      14%

    Students

    Diversity
    B
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    385
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    42%
    40%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.5 responses
    60%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.5 responses
    40%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.5 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    18:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $54,232
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    0%
    80%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.10 responses
    100%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.10 responses
    90%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.10 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $6,931/ year
    National
    $12,239
    17%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.6 responses
    33%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.6 responses
    33%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.6 responses
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    While small and with limited resources pertaining to sports and extracurriculars, the education that can be received is one of the best. If you put in the work, you'll be more than prepared for college. The teachers care about you, want to work with you to help you succeed. The counselor is fantastic as well; she'll do everything she can to help you either get to college, graduate, or just get to the next day.
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    For the most part, the education at this school is of a better quality than that of most other standard high schools. Additionally, the incredibly small size (approximately 130 high school students) made the experience much more positive because it opened up opportunities to get to know teachers and made me feel that I was important to the school. However, the small size brings some negative factors with it: fewer options for classes, fewer clubs, and a much less diverse pool of students. Also, the lack of sports meant I had to pay $200 to participate in cross country at another high school, which was a bit of a hassle.
    If the student is willing to apply themselves and work hard, going above what the school requires, then the school is a fantastic choice. While many of the elective classes that traditional public schools offer are missing, it grants the students the opportunity to focus more fully on the academic side of learning with their core classes.