Thomas Jefferson High School
- Public
- COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA
Public School
Thomas Jefferson High School
- grade C+Overall Grade
- Public
- 9-12
- COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA
- Rating 3.63 out of 5 206 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade C
- Diversitygrade A minus
- Teachersgrade B minus
- College Prepgrade C+
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade B
- Administrationgrade C+
- Sportsgrade B
- Foodgrade C
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade B minus
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Thomas Jefferson High School Rankings
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
49%
Percent Proficient - Math
48%
Average Graduation Rate
84%
Average SAT
1000
9 responses
Average ACT
23
193 responses
AP Enrollment
9%
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Home Listings
- Cost of Livinggrade B+
- Good for Familiesgrade B minus
- Housinggrade B minus
Median Household Income
$57,683
National
$69,021Median Rent
$884
National
$1,163Median Home Value
$131,000
National
$244,900Culture & Safety
Poll
71%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 21 responsesPoll
67%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 21 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade A minus
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,271
Free or Reduced Lunch
79%
79%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 19 responses84%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 19 responses68%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 19 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$72,107
Teachers in First/Second Year
11.8%
68%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 31 responses81%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 31 responses81%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 31 responsesClubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade B
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
Expenses Per Student
$12,986 / year
National
$12,23991%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 34 responses50%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 34 responses71%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 34 responsesSimilar Schools
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Thomas Jefferson High School Reviews
Rating 3.63 out of 5 206 reviews
I have loved my time at Thomas Jefferson, everyone at the school is very friendly and the atmosphere is very welcoming. The diversity is something like no other, there is many different religion and authentices throughout with countless amount of clubs that allow students to exceed. Many tutoring and help options also give students opportunities to excel. Our school also has a lot of school spirit by filling up the stands at sporting events, auditoriums filled during drama performances, and rooms filled when we have events such as dancing with the stars. The one thing I would change at the school is the lunch, the lunch is not appetizing, and while there are many options none are perfect. Also, we have off-campus lunch banned. Overall I would recommend Thomas Jefferson to any high-schooler.
Thomas Jefferson was a great high school with tons of diversity, and educating their students and peers about problems that are happening as well as resolve any issues. There are great teachers, administrators as well as peers. There's always one person you can turn to, whether it's a teacher or classmate!
My experience at TJ has been rather well, but there are a few factors about the school I'd change. A handful of teachers have been very supportive and have helped instill the growth mindset into my thought process. Many have even stressed the importance of true, passionate learning, contradictory to what some teachers believe education is today. I've really enjoyed my time learning with these teachers and I will never forget the impact they've had on my life. On the other hand, I would definitely say there is a lack of opportunity and urgency at our school. There aren't many funds given to our school because we are generally perceived as the poor, uneducated, and hopeless school in town. There aren't many AP classes because of this. I would certainly increase the opportunities for our kids through new funds. Then, there is also a lack of urgency; many kids aren't familiar with the college process and they need more outside support. Our teachers need a larger sense of urgency.