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Thomas Jefferson High School for Advanced Studies

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  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Magnet
  • 9-12
  • Gretna, LA
  • 154 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A
    2. Diversity
      A+
    3. Teachers
      B
    4. College Prep
      A-
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C
    6. Health & Safety
      A
    7. Administration
      B
    8. Sports
      B-
    9. Food
      B-
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C-
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    Thomas Jefferson High School for Advanced Studies is a highly rated, public, magnet school located in Gretna, LA. It has 400 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 24 to 1. According to state test scores, 95% of students are at least proficient in math and 95% in reading.
    Address
    17 Gretna Blvd.
    Gretna, LA 70053
    Telephone
    (504) 363-4300
    Website
    jpschools.org
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    Thomas Jefferson High School for Advanced Studies Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    95%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    95%
    Average Graduation Rate
    95%
    Average SAT
    1240
    25 responses
    Average ACT
    27
    212 responses
    AP Enrollment
    41%
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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
      C+
    3. Housing
      C
    Median Household Income
    $41,260
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $853
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $167,200
    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
    92%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.12 responses
    Poll
    75%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.12 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 18 responses
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    • Pep rallies, health fairs, move-up day
      44%
    • Community service
      22%
    • After school activities
      11%
    • Football games
      11%
    • Homecoming
      6%
    • Spirit Week
      6%

    Students

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    400
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    46%
    100%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.13 responses
    100%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.13 responses
    85%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.13 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    24:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $40,769
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    11.5%
    75%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.20 responses
    80%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.20 responses
    75%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.20 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    $11,351/ year
    National
    $12,239
    96%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.23 responses
    61%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.23 responses
    78%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.23 responses
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    I like the friendly atmosphere with the students and most teachers. One thing I would like to see change about Thomas Jefferson is the campus. The campus is very small however, that doesn't stop its academic excellence!
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    Thomas Jefferson is an academically challenging school that is concerned and puts its best effort in making sure you get into the college of your choice, as well as notified scholarship availability, and taking the advantage of early college classes. This is a tight end school that likes to focus on academics, so school spirit, athletic, and pep rallies aren't all too exciting or well off, so having the high school experience of senior trips or long, exciting pep rallies won't be so fun. It's a great school for parents, if you'd like your kids to continue academic excellence.
    The school is unlike any other, especially in its district. Most of the teachers and faculty members are very friendly and offer help when you ask. It's not too hard to make any friends amongst the student body, and the environment is safe and secured.