#4
in
National Rankings
|
Overall Score 99.98/100
#4
in
National Rankings
|
Overall Score 99.98/100
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.
9-12
Grades
1,789
Total Enrollment
17:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology is ranked #4 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.
All rankings:
99.98
Overall
This section shows how Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology ranked nationally in the five ranking factors out of the 17,245 ranked schools.
#1 (tie)
#8
#1 (tie)
#84
#1 (tie)
These counts and percentages of students and teachers are from data reported by schools to the government.
1,789
77%
2%
106
U.S. News calculates these values based on student performance on state-required tests and internationally available exams on college-level coursework (AP® exams).
100.0/100
School profile information is based on government data.
100% (well above state median)
9-12
Large Suburb
No
Yes
No
This information relates to high schools run by this school's state operating agency. Many districts contain only one high school.
30
61,822
51.2
90%
81%
Data are based on the 2016-2017 school year.
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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