Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
6560 Braddock Rd, Alexandria, Virginia | (703) 750-8300|
(703) 750-8300
#14 in National Rankings
Overall Score 99.92/100
quick stats
Grades
9-12
Grades 9-12 Enrollment
1,967
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Overview of Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology uses a STEM-focused curriculum that culminates with a technical lab project for seniors. The school offers courses like DNA science, advanced marine biology, automation and robotics, architectural drawing and design, research statistics and AP calculus. TJHSST boasts 15 specialized research labs, ranging from astronomy and astrophysics to oceanography and geophysical systems. Extracurricular activities at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology include clubs like orchestra and swing dance, publications like Teknos, the school's own science, technology and math journal, and a multitude of athletic teams.
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology 2024 Rankings
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology is ranked #14 in the National Rankings. Schools are ranked on their performance on state-required tests, graduation and how well they prepare students for college. Read more about how we rank the Best High Schools.
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Took at Least One AP® Exam
100%Passed at Least One AP® Exam
100%Mathematics Proficiency
100%Reading Proficiency
100%Science Proficiency
99%Graduation Rate
100%
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How Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology performed nationally and statewide out of 17,655 nationally ranked schools and 320 schools ranked in Virginia.
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Ranking Factors | National | State |
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College Readiness Index Rank | #38 | #1 |
College Curriculum Breadth Index Rank | #14 | #1 |
State Assessment Proficiency Rank | #1 (tie) | #1 |
State Assessment Performance Rank | #136 | #3 |
Graduation Rate Rank | #1 (tie) | #1 (tie) |
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Students/Teachers at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
These counts and percentages of students and teachers are from data reported by schools to the government.
Grades 9-12 Enrollment
1,967
Student Enrollment by Grade:
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade
Student Diversity:
80.3%
Minority Enrollment
80.3%
Minority Enrollment
65.6%
Asian
19.7%
White
6.1%
Hispanic
4.4%
Two or More Races
4.0%
Black
0.2%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0.1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
Gender Distribution:
Total Economically Disadvantaged (% of total)
11%
Free Lunch Program (% of total)
10%
Reduced-Price Lunch Program (% of total)
1%
Full-Time Equivalent Teachers
114
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Test Scores at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
U.S. News calculates these values for schools based on student performance on state-required tests and internationally available exams on college-level coursework (AP® and IB exams).
College Readiness Index
99.8/100
Subject Proficiency:
Virginia administered the Standards of Learning to high school students. These figures display how well the school as a whole performed in reading, mathematics, and science.
100
83
80
100
87
90
99
77
70
Mathematics
Reading
Science
Subject Proficiency Distribution:
Math
Reading
Overall Student Performance
This measures overall student performance on state-required tests.
Percentile Score on Standards of Learning
100.0%
Standards of Learning Scores Relative to U.S. News Expectations
Well Above Expectations
Underserved Student Performance
This measures the proficiency on state exams among typically underperforming subgroups.
Percentage of Underserved Students Who Are Proficient
100.0%
Percentage of Non-Underserved Students Who Are Proficient
99.5%
Gap Between School and State Among Underserved Students
31.1%
College-Ready Student Performance
High school students take AP® exams and IB exams to earn college credit and demonstrate success at college-level coursework. U.S. News calculated a College Readiness Index based on AP/IB exam participation rates and percentages of students passing at least one AP/IB exam.
National Percentile on College-level Exams
99.8%
Exam(s) Used for Index
AP®
Advanced Placement® (AP®) Student Performance
Many U.S. higher educational institutions grant credits or advanced placement based on student performance on AP® exams. This shows this school's student participation and performance on these exams if data were available.
Proportion of 12th Grade Class Who Took an Exam
100%
Proportion of 12th Grade Class Who Scored 3+ on an Exam
100%
Exam Takers in 12th Grade Class Who Scored 3+ on an Exam
100%
Exam Pass Rate
95%
School Data
School profile information is based on government data.
Graduation Rate
100% (well above state median)
Grades Served
9-12
Setting
Large Suburb
Charter School
No
Magnet School
Yes
Eligible for Title I Funding
No
District
This information relates to high schools run by this school's state operating agency. Many districts contain only one high school.
Total Schools
30
Total Students
63,496
College Readiness (district average)
42.2
Proficient in Reading (district average)
87%
Proficient in Mathematics (district average)
83%
Proficient in Science (district average)
77%
Subject Proficiency Comparison (Reading vs. Mathematics)
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School Location
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
6560 Braddock Rd
Alexandria, Virginia 22312
#14 in National Rankings
#1 in Virginia High Schools
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Data are based on the 2022-2023, 2021-2022 and 2020-2021 academic years.
AP® and Advanced Placement® are registered trademarks of the College Board. Used with permission.
International Baccalaureate (IB) data provided by International Baccalaureate of North America. Used with permission.
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