THOMAS JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Thomas Jefferson Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Bedford County Public Schools school district, located in Forest, VA with about 604 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 36 teachers, Thomas Jefferson Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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, located at 1255 Patriot Place in Forest, Virginia, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Bedford County Public Schools district. The school is deeply integrated into the Forest community, fostering a learning environment that prioritizes academic excellence, character development, and student engagement. It is known for its commitment to providing a supportive atmosphere where students from diverse backgrounds can thrive through a balanced curriculum that emphasizes foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, science, and the humanities.
Beyond its academic offerings, Thomas Jefferson Elementary is recognized for its active school culture, which often includes a strong partnership between educators, families, and the local community. The school places a high value on preparing students for future success by encouraging critical thinking, creativity, and social responsibility. With its strategic location in the growing Forest area, the school remains a focal point for families seeking a nurturing educational setting that balances traditional instruction with modern learning opportunities.
For more information, contact Thomas Jefferson Elementary at (434) 534-6159 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Forest, VA 24551
(434) 534-6159
THOMAS JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Forest, VA with about 604 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Bedford County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 604
- Teachers:
- 36.33
- 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 604 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending THOMAS JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 78% of the student body.
- White
- 78.0%
- Two or more races
- 6.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.8%
- Black or African American
- 5.1%
- Asian
- 4.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.5%
- Male
- 51.5%
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.