Thomas Jefferson School
School Notes Overview:
Thomas Jefferson School is a coeducational boarding and day school for grades seven through twelve. We offer a core classical curriculum to students that come from St. Louis, all over the United States, and all over the world. We are a community of diverse minds linked by a shared interest in learning. The mission of Thomas Jefferson School is to give its students the strongest possible academic background, responsibility for their own learning, a concern for other people, and the resources to live happily as adults and become active contributors to society. We recognize the profound impact of education upon the student's intellect and values. We will balance the challenges posed by the school's high standards for academic, personal, and social development with support from a nurturing community....
School Overview:
Thomas Jefferson School |
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| School Type | Elem. Or Sec. with a Special Program Emphasis | |
| School Membership(s) |
National Association of Independent Schools Independent Schools Association of the Central States The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) Other school association(s) |
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| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades 7 - 12 | |
| Offers Post-Graduate Year | Yes | |
| County | Saint Louis County, MO | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 86 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(MO) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 31% | 16% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Grade 7 - 9 students | ||
| Grade 8 - 15 students | ||
| Grade 9 - 10 students | ||
| Grade 10 - 18 students | ||
| Grade 11 - 17 students | ||
| Grade 12 - 17 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 12 teachers | |
This School |
(MO) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:6 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 150 days | 176 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 8 hours | 7 hours |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | |
| Head of School | William C. Rowe | |
| Admissions Director | Jane Roth | |
| Admissions Associate | Ken Colston | |
School Notes:
- Thomas Jefferson School is a coeducational boarding and day school for grades seven through twelve. We offer a core classical curriculum to students that come from St. Louis, all over the United States, and all over the world. We are a community of diverse minds linked by a shared interest in learning. The mission of Thomas Jefferson School is to give its students the strongest possible academic background, responsibility for their own learning, a concern for other people, and the resources to live happily as adults and become active contributors to society. We recognize the profound impact of education upon the student's intellect and values. We will balance the challenges posed by the school's high standards for academic, personal, and social development with support from a nurturing community.
- Profile last updated: 07/10/2009
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (63127) | School Zip (63127) |
(MO) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 4,852 people | 5,593,929 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 41% | 18% |
| Population Average Age | 46 years old | 36 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.3 persons | 2.3 persons |
| Median Household Income | $57,275 | $45,202 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 6.3 rooms | 5.6 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 40 years old | 43 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (63127) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 78% / 22% | 69% / 31% |
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Nearby Schools:
- St. John Vianney High School - 605 students - 1.6 mi. away - view location
- Ursuline Academy Of St Louis - 651 students - 2.7 mi. away - view location
- Cor Jesu Academy - 585 students - 2.8 mi. away - view location
- Lutheran High School South - 600 students - 3.5 mi. away - view location
- Nerinx Hall High School - 607 students - 4.6 mi. away - view location
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