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Thomas Jefferson High School

1243 20th St SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404

About Thomas Jefferson High School

In Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Thomas Jefferson High School is a historic public school that teaches students in grades 9 through 12. With almost 1,080 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of 14:1, it is one of the best schools for specialized career paths. The demographics show a lot of variety, with 51% of students being minorities and 60% being economically disadvantaged. Thomas Jefferson High School is one of the best schools for preparing students for the workforce. It has Advanced Placement classes that 16% of students take and the new J-Hawk Career Academy. According to the most recent academic data, 46% of students are good at math and 50% are good at reading, and it is one of the

best High School in "Iowa"

. The amount of money spent per student is about $14,952, which is steady. Located in a neighborhood where the average home price is $175,000, it is one of the best schools because it is welcoming to everyone. The school's promise is shown by its updated science labs and strong tradition in the performing arts.

Thomas Jefferson High School Contact Information

Address

1243 20th St SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404

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Phone

(319) 558-2435

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 46%
Reading 50%
State average proficiency is 46% in Math and 50% in Reading.
86
Full-time Teachers
18 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
1575
Total Students
$40997
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 138 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Thomas Jefferson High School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:50 AM to 2:50 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:35 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 49.02%
Asian 1.65%
Hispanic 10.86%
Black 28.44%
Two+ Races 8.76%
Native Am. 0.13%
White
49.02%
Asian
1.65%
Hispanic
10.86%
Black
28.44%
Two+ Races
8.76%
Native Am.
0.13%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 1575
48.19%
759 Female
51.49%
811 Male

Student Population

1575 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

397 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

The J-Hawk Career Academy at Thomas Jefferson High School is now open for business. It offers specialized paths in business management, health sciences, and manufacturing. Recent improvements to the campus's infrastructure, such as updated science labs and better sports facilities, are helping students become better athletes. The school's music program is also doing very well, with several students being chosen for the All-State Music Festival because of how well they play and how well they understand music.

FAQ

Q1. How do parents find out about their child's academic progress?

Ans. The district's online portal lets students see their grades and attendance.

Q2. Are there chances to be a leader at Thomas Jefferson High School?

Ans. Yes, student council and team-based activities help students learn how to be leaders.

Q3. Can students take the SAT and ACT?

Ans. Yes, Thomas Jefferson High School lets students who want to go to college take both the SAT and the ACT.

Q4. Does Thomas Jefferson High School encourage new ideas?

Ans. Yes, project-based learning lets students think critically and come up with creative ways to solve problems.

Q5. Are there chances for peer mentoring?

Ans. Of course, yes! Older kids can teach younger kids how to be leaders, work together, and help each other.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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