Thomas Jefferson High

749 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Thomas Jefferson High School, located in the West Grace Street corridor of Richmond, Virginia, is a historic institution that serves as a cornerstone of the local community. Originally opened in 1930, the school is well-regarded for its distinctive architectural significance, featuring an impressive Collegiate Gothic design that has earned it a place on the National Register of Historic Places. Beyond its physical landmark status, the school is known for fostering a diverse student body and maintaining a long-standing tradition of school spirit and civic engagement within the Richmond Public Schools district.

Academically, Thomas Jefferson High School offers a wide array of programs, including various extracurricular activities, athletics, and specialized pathways designed to prepare students for higher education and professional careers. The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement, often utilizing its central location to partner with local organizations and businesses. By balancing its rich historical legacy with modern educational initiatives, Thomas Jefferson remains a focal point for student development and academic growth in the Richmond area.

749

Total Students

63.2

Full-Time Teachers

11.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

78.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Thomas Jefferson High
Demographic	Student Count
White	173
Hispanic	61
Black	477
Asian	11
Two or More	21
American Indian	6

Black
477 (63.7%)
White
173 (23.1%)
Hispanic
61 (8.1%)
Two or More
21 (2.8%)
Asian
11 (1.5%)
American Indian
6 (0.8%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Richmond City Public Schools
Phone:	(804)780-6028
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	749
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	63.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	586
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 199

Grade 10 179

Grade 11 181

Grade 12 190