Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School serves 329 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 11:1 is equal to 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 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School's student population of 329 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
329 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School is 0.50, 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
11:1
11:1
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
34%
35%
Black
62%
14%
White
1%
37%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.2%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
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?
329 students attend Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 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 11:1, which is equal to 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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