THOMAS JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Kingsport school district, located in Kingsport, TN with about 448 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 26 teachers, Thomas Jefferson Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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 Kingsport, Tennessee, serving students within the Kingsport City Schools district. The school is known for fostering a supportive and community-oriented learning environment, emphasizing both academic excellence and the personal growth of its student body. It offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare young learners for middle school by focusing on core subjects while encouraging student participation in various extracurricular activities.
The school places a strong emphasis on the partnership between educators, families, and the community to enhance the student experience. By maintaining a focus on traditional academic standards alongside modern instructional practices, Thomas Jefferson Elementary strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to be curious and engaged. For parents and community members, the school’s website serves as a central hub for information regarding academic calendars, school policies, and updates on the programs that define their educational approach.
For more information, contact Thomas Jefferson Elementary School at (423) 378-2270 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Kingsport, TN 37664
(423) 378-2270
http://jefferson.k12k.com/
THOMAS JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Kingsport, TN with about 448 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Tennessee
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Kingsport
- Total Students:
- 448
- Teachers:
- 26.7
- 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
* 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 448 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending THOMAS JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 79% of the student body.
- White
- 79.0%
- Two or more races
- 6.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.1%
- Black or African American
- 5.1%
- Asian
- 4.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 50.4%
- Male
- 49.6%
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.