Serving 372 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thomas Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 372 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
372 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#494 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
35%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
46%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Wausau School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #494 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Elementary School?
372 students attend Thomas Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Thomas Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson Elementary School?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is part of Wausau School District.
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