JERRY THOMAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
JERRY THOMAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the PALM BEACH school district, located in JUPITER, FL with about 820 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 59 teachers, JERRY THOMAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
JERRY THOMAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Jupiter, Florida, serves as a prominent educational institution within the School District of Palm Beach County. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and student development, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its elementary-age population. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment, encouraging students to develop both foundational academic skills and essential social competencies, all while fostering a strong sense of community among students, parents, and staff.
Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Jerry Thomas Elementary integrates a variety of enrichment programs and extracurricular activities to provide a well-rounded educational experience. By leveraging its location in Jupiter, the school maintains an active partnership with the local community, promoting a collaborative approach to education that prepares its students for future success in middle school and beyond. Through its focus on innovation and student-centered teaching, the school remains a staple of the local academic landscape.
For more information, contact JERRY THOMAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (561) 741-9100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
JUPITER, FL 33458-5543
(561) 741-9100
JERRY THOMAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in JUPITER, FL with about 820 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- PALM BEACH
- Total Students:
- 820
- Teachers:
- 59
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 820 students
- White
- 56.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 28.2%
- Black or African American
- 6.1%
- Two or more races
- 5.0%
- Asian
- 4.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Female
- 48.8%
- Male
- 51.2%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.