THOMAS JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

THOMAS JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the LAKELAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, NY with about 480 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 33 teachers, THOMAS JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 SCHOOL is a public school located in Yorktown Heights, New York, serving students within the Lakeland Central School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment that emphasizes academic excellence, character development, and the cultivation of critical thinking skills. By offering a comprehensive curriculum, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for future educational success while encouraging personal growth and community involvement.

In addition to its core academic programs, Thomas Jefferson Elementary focuses on creating a collaborative atmosphere that bridges the gap between home and school. The institution utilizes the resources of the Lakeland Central School District to provide students with extracurricular opportunities, modern learning tools, and a strong foundation in social-emotional development. With a dedicated staff and an active parent community, the school strives to ensure that every student feels valued and equipped to reach their full potential within a structured and inclusive setting.

For more information, contact THOMAS JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (914) 245-4802 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3636 GOMER ST
YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, NY 10598-2000
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THOMAS JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, NY with about 480 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
480
Teachers:
33.01
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
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 480 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending THOMAS JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 73% of the student body.

White
73.3%
Hispanic/Latino
16.3%
Asian
5.0%
Two or more races
2.5%
Black or African American
2.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
51.5%
Male
48.5%

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.