Thomas Jefferson High School for Science & Technology
- Public, Magnet
- ALEXANDRIA, VA
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Thomas Jefferson High School for Science & Technology
- grade A+Overall Grade
- Public, Magnet
- 9-12
- ALEXANDRIA, VA
- Rating 3.95 out of 5 601 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A+
- Diversitygrade B+
- Teachersgrade A
- College Prepgrade A+
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade A+
- Administrationgrade C+
- Sportsgrade B
- Foodgrade B minus
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade A
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Thomas Jefferson High School for Science & Technology Rankings
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
99%
Percent Proficient - Math
95%
Average Graduation Rate
99%
Average SAT
1520
1,081 responses
Average ACT
35
330 responses
AP Enrollment
72%
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- Cost of Livinggrade C+
- Good for Familiesgrade A minus
- Housinggrade C minus
Median Household Income
$109,221
National
$75,149Median Rent
$1,865
National
$1,268Median Home Value
$615,800
National
$281,900Culture & Safety
Poll
96%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 79 responsesPoll
80%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 79 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade B+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,967
Free or Reduced Lunch
11%
95%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 86 responses57%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 86 responses24%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 86 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$80,579
Teachers in First/Second Year
0.9%
75%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 99 responses75%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 99 responses81%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 99 responsesClubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade A+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High
Expenses Per Student
$16,186 / year
National
$12,23994%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 100 responses75%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 100 responses92%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 100 responsesSimilar Schools
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Thomas Jefferson High School for Science & Technology Reviews
Rating 3.95 out of 5 601 reviews
It was hard in the beginning to adjust to the ethics of TJ. But after a while, I got used to it. It was hard to feel like you belong at TJ and the workload was a lot. A change I wish to see is more adjustment for students outside of Fairfax. As a Prince William student, my overall transportation takes up about 3 hours of my day, not giving me time to participate in out of school activities, especially since over the weekends, studying takes up a lot of my time. My favorite parts of TJ is the community. Since we all struggle with the same problems, the academic pressure, we can all relate and become closer as we try to overcome.
This year was my first time attending Thomas Jefferson High School as a freshman. I've learned a lot about science and technology. The teachers are okay, though; even though I've learned a lot, it's just through my interest and perseverance. The teachers don't teach a lot, and most students only get good grades because no one wants to fail at such a competitive school. One change that I want to see is the teachers doing better. I like, however, how there are a lot of electives and clubs I can participate in that I'm interested in. I took biology for the first time this year and liked it. I plan on taking more biology-focused classes and labs, and I'm happy that my school offers these unique experiences.
Senior here. Note that I came into high school during COVID; thus, my freshman year experience will be different from what is experienced now. That being said, coming from middle school, where A's took no work, high school, and TJ is a huge jump. For any incoming students, develop your study skills, they're vital.
Although is academically intense, TJ provides a massive opportunity. Having computer science classes up to machine learning, access to million-dollar engineering labs, or math classes that go into 4th-year college level gives students access to something that most other high schoolers could only dream of. Alongside these courses, you'll meet some of the smartest and (I like to think) well-hearted people, both students and teachers, you will ever meet. Students generally like to collaborate on projects and help each other out, especially during clubs. It's a hard, competitive school, but I wouldn't trade my time here for the world (even if I might say I would on the daily).
Although is academically intense, TJ provides a massive opportunity. Having computer science classes up to machine learning, access to million-dollar engineering labs, or math classes that go into 4th-year college level gives students access to something that most other high schoolers could only dream of. Alongside these courses, you'll meet some of the smartest and (I like to think) well-hearted people, both students and teachers, you will ever meet. Students generally like to collaborate on projects and help each other out, especially during clubs. It's a hard, competitive school, but I wouldn't trade my time here for the world (even if I might say I would on the daily).