THOMAS JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Thomas Jefferson Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Baltimore City Public Schools school district, located in Baltimore, MD with about 454 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. 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 22 teachers, Thomas Jefferson Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

Thomas Jefferson Elementary, located at 605 Dryden Dr in Baltimore, MD, serves as a neighborhood school within the Baltimore City Public Schools system. Committed to the district’s mission of fostering academic growth and community development, the school aims to provide a foundational educational experience for its elementary-aged students. As part of a larger urban school district, the institution focuses on delivering core curriculum standards while navigating the unique challenges and opportunities present in the Baltimore educational landscape.

The school emphasizes a structured learning environment designed to support student achievement and social-emotional development. Through its partnership with the district, Thomas Jefferson Elementary works to implement standardized educational programs, resources, and extracurricular opportunities meant to prepare children for their middle school transition. Families interested in specific school performance data, current enrollment policies, or local programs are encouraged to visit the official Baltimore City Public Schools website for the most up-to-date information regarding the school's faculty, calendar, and academic initiatives.

For more information, contact Thomas Jefferson Elementary at (410) 396-0534 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.