Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School serves 342 students in grades 4-6.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School's student population of 342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School is 0.40, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
23%
34%
Black
74%
15%
White
1%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School?
342 students attend Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School?
Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School offer ?
Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School part of?
Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School is part of Trenton Public School District.
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