THOMAS JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED STUDIES

Thomas Jefferson High School for Advanced Studies is a Title I public high school that is part of the Jefferson Parish school district, located in Gretna, LA with about 405 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 18 teachers, Thomas Jefferson High School for Advanced Studies has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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 High School for Advanced Studies (TJHSAS), located in Gretna, Louisiana, is a prestigious magnet school within the Jefferson Parish Public School System. It is widely recognized for its rigorous academic environment and commitment to fostering high-achieving students. The school functions as a competitive-entry institution, requiring students to meet specific academic benchmarks and maintain a high grade-point average to secure and keep their place, which creates a focused, college-preparatory culture for its student body.

The curriculum at Thomas Jefferson is heavily centered on Advanced Placement (AP) coursework and honors-level classes, designed to prepare students for the demands of elite higher education. Beyond academics, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to student development, offering a variety of extracurricular activities, clubs, and organizations that encourage leadership and community involvement. By blending a challenging scholastic atmosphere with a vibrant campus life, the school consistently ranks among the top institutions in Louisiana, serving as a primary hub for academic excellence in the Greater New Orleans area.

For more information, contact Thomas Jefferson High School for Advanced Studies at (504) 363-4300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.