Thomas Jefferson High School for Science & Technology
- Public, Magnet
- ALEXANDRIA, VA
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Thomas Jefferson High School for Science & Technology
- grade A+Overall Grade
- Public, Magnet
- 9-12
- ALEXANDRIA, VA
- Rating 3.94 out of 5 567 reviews
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- Academicsgrade A+
- Diversitygrade B
- Teachersgrade A+
- College Prepgrade A+
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade A+
- Administrationgrade B minus
- Sportsgrade C+
- Foodgrade B minus
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade A minus
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
99%
Percent Proficient - Math
99%
Average Graduation Rate
99%
Average SAT
1520
1,154 responses
Average ACT
35
381 responses
AP Enrollment
72%
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- Cost of Livinggrade C
- Good for Familiesgrade A minus
- Housinggrade C
Median Household Income
$106,620
National
$69,021Median Rent
$1,752
National
$1,163Median Home Value
$544,300
National
$244,900Culture & Safety
Poll
97%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 65 responsesPoll
82%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 65 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade B
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,809
Free or Reduced Lunch
2%
94%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 72 responses60%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 72 responses25%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 72 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$80,579
Teachers in First/Second Year
0.9%
75%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 85 responses76%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 85 responses82%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 85 responsesClubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade A+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High
Expenses Per Student
$16,186 / year
National
$12,23993%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 86 responses76%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 86 responses92%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 86 responsesSimilar Schools
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Overall TJ is an excellent school for those who are willing to be apart of a very academically rigorous environment. Education wise, it has some of the most talented teachers who’ve done years of professional training in whatever backgrounds they’ve pursued. The students here are one of the top kids in the state and have done lists and lists of impressive things. You can imagine how much of an overwhelming environment it is…Going into it makes you feel less capable than your peers who’ve launched space rovers or worked on political campaigns. As a student there, my GPA may not be good and my grades may look unexpected, but what I do know is that every student in this school, including myself, are the most hardworking and driven people I’ve ever seen. Sure high school will be undeniably difficult, but the students here will be more than prepared for whatever comes next.
TJHSST offers a unique high school experience. The academics are definitely much different and difficult from what I've experienced in middle school. However, the communities and relationships formed at the school are unmatched. TJ offers many unique opportunities that can't be found at traditional high schools. For example, I learned the Russian language for four years. I know Russian is not a course offered at many other high schools throughout the US. TJ also offers many clubs through 8th period. We are able to choose 4 different clubs per week allowing us to further explore both our academic and creative interests during school. TJ is the perfect place for students who want to challenge themselves and always aim to do better.
I've had a lot of fun at TJ. I'm a senior and I've really enjoyed my 3.5 years at TJ so far! Fingers crossed for college decisions.
I like the nerdy atmosphere. It's really nice to sit around before school starts talking about the latest research and our favorite books.
I've also had really good luck with teachers. Every teacher in all four years has been really good. I especially like DNA and Biotech. Lots of fun toys and we get to design our experiments!
Marching band is really fun and anyone who plays a band instrument should join. You make a lot of friends that way.
Homecoming is always really fun. Homecoming will probably be delayed. I hope COVID vaccines will be out for the general public by the end of the year so we can have senior homecoming! It's very rigged so the seniors always win even if they don't show up. :-)
About workload, I've never been overwhelmed and I had time to goof off and relax even during junior year.
I like the nerdy atmosphere. It's really nice to sit around before school starts talking about the latest research and our favorite books.
I've also had really good luck with teachers. Every teacher in all four years has been really good. I especially like DNA and Biotech. Lots of fun toys and we get to design our experiments!
Marching band is really fun and anyone who plays a band instrument should join. You make a lot of friends that way.
Homecoming is always really fun. Homecoming will probably be delayed. I hope COVID vaccines will be out for the general public by the end of the year so we can have senior homecoming! It's very rigged so the seniors always win even if they don't show up. :-)
About workload, I've never been overwhelmed and I had time to goof off and relax even during junior year.