Serving 368 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thomas Jefferson School #9 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Jefferson School #9 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Thomas Jefferson School #9's student population of 368 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
368 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Thomas Jefferson School #9 ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson School #9 is 0.58, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#744 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
47%
35%
Black
5%
14%
White
45%
37%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Jefferson School #9's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson School #9 is ranked #744 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson School #9?
368 students attend Thomas Jefferson School #9.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Thomas Jefferson School #9 students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson School #9?
Thomas Jefferson School #9 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson School #9 offer ?
Thomas Jefferson School #9 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas Jefferson School #9 part of?
Thomas Jefferson School #9 is part of Garfield Public School District.
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