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Thomas Jefferson High School

4248 S 288th St
Auburn, WA 98001
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Thomas Jefferson High School is a public high school located in Auburn, Washington. It is the largest enrolled high school in the Federal Way School District and one of the largest in the State of Washington.
Serving 1,786 students in grades 9-12, Thomas Jefferson High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,786 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : 90% (Top 30% in WA)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 56% (Top 50%)
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Thomas Jefferson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Thomas Jefferson High School's student population of 1,786 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,786 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
1968
Colors
Red, Gold
School Mascot
Raiders

School Rankings

Thomas Jefferson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson High School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WA)
#1424 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
17%
41%
56%
53%
33%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
9%
Hispanic
38%
26%
Black
13%
5%
White
20%
48%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
0.77
90%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Raiders
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Thomas Jefferson High School's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson High School is ranked #1424 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Thomas Jefferson High School often compared to?
Thomas Jefferson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Federal Way High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thomas Jefferson High School?
The graduation rate of Thomas Jefferson High School is 90%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson High School?
1,786 students attend Thomas Jefferson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Thomas Jefferson High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson High School?
Thomas Jefferson High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson High School offer ?
Thomas Jefferson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas Jefferson High School part of?
Thomas Jefferson High School is part of Federal Way School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,786 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : 90% (Top 30%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 56% (Top 50%)
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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