Serving 543 students in grades 7-8, Thomas Jefferson Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Jefferson Middle School's student population of 543 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
543 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1247 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
12%
37%
Black
5%
21%
White
70%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Jefferson Middle School's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School is ranked #1247 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Thomas Jefferson Middle School often compared to?
Thomas Jefferson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgewood Jr/sr High School, Delaura Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Middle School?
543 students attend Thomas Jefferson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Thomas Jefferson Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson Middle School?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson Middle School offer ?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas Jefferson Middle School part of?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School is part of Brevard School District.
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