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Thomas Jefferson Elementary School

1782 Jefferson Hwy
Louisa, VA 23093
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 648 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thomas Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 648 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 32%
  • : Top 30% in VA
  • : 85% (Top 20%)
  • : 72% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Thomas Jefferson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Thomas Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 648 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
648 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
School Motto
Only Together, We Are TJES!

School Rankings

Thomas Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
#445 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
85%
68%
(20-21)
72%
69%
(20-21)
35-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
11%
22%
White
68%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.51
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Thomas Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #445 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Thomas Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moss-nuckols Elementary School, Jouett Elementary School, Trevilians Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Elementary School?
648 students attend Thomas Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Thomas Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson Elementary School?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is part of Louisa County Public Schools.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 648 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 32%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 85% (Top 20%)
  • : 72% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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