Schools > Public > Thomas Jefferson High School

Thomas Jefferson High School in Denver, Colorado

Thomas Jefferson High School Detail

(720) 423-7000
3950 South Holly Street
Denver, CO 80237
Levels: 9-12
District: Denver County Public Schools


Thomas Jefferson High School Census Data

Census InfoValueYear
Student Teacher Ratio:18.2% (2008)
Percent Free and Reduced Price Lunch:34.47% (2008)
Native American or Native Alaskan:1.19% (2008)
Asian/Pacific Islander:2.98% (2008)
Black, non-Hispanic:31.15% (2008)
Hispanic:18.55% (2008)
White, non-Hispanic:46.13% (2008)

Thomas Jefferson High School Ratings Summary

Average Quality Rating4
Average Principals Rating4
Average Teachers Rating4
Average Activities Rating5
Average Parents Rating3
Average Safety Rating3

Thomas Jefferson High School Reviews

This school has an overall outstanding program for the kids the want it but the problem is they don't. I am a student and it is hard to focus because the other kids slack off.They teachers are also something to worry about. There are a few teachers that i have had that hate kids and just shouldn' tbe teachers.
This review was posted by a student.

i just graduated from this school and i can say it definatley prepared me for college. i loved the diversity, for i know it is hard to find being an African-American male in Denver. This school was awsome..
This review was posted by a parent.

I think TJ is a wonderful school...academically and athletically!...I have experienced first hand how supportive everyone is, from Mrs. Just, the principal, to the fabulous baseball coaching staff, to Jenny Humphrey(in the office)...TJ helps my son shine!
This review was posted by a parent.

I truely believe that this school changed by sons life. He is always cheerful, which makes me happy. He loves attending TJ. Not only is it an advantage for him, but as well as for me, too. The curiculum is outstanding and I know my son is getting his full education.
This review was posted by a parent.

This school does not come close to it's potential. The best teacher that my son had was let go. She was the only one who communicated and acted on her desire to see my son succeed. With her intervention my son's GPA went up nearly 2 points! There seem to be too many politics at this school and not enough quantifiable actions! The principal seems to care but I question her judgment and level of experience. Equally as important the school's staff does not represent its students. There needs to be a more direct way for parents to communicate with on another so that we can effect change.
This review was posted by a parent.

My daughter enrolled for her freshman year and enjoyed it very much! The teachers were kind and helped her when she needed it and kept us informed, without pestering us. I recommend this to any parents wanting an excellent curriculum that teaches you to think for yourself and question things to advance your learning opportunities.
This review was posted by a parent.

This school has become overall, intolerable and immoral after the departure of Ms. Bailey (our beloved and caring principal who knew by heart, the first and last names of every student enrolled, whom she personally greeted while passing through the halls). This school severely lacks decency and experienced personnel in positions of power.
This review was posted by a parent.

great school excellent academic curriculum
This review was posted by a parent.

My daughter has attended for just one year, her freshman year. Everything is fine except there's a couple of teachers to be a bit wary of. Get to know your childs teachers.
This review was posted by a parent.

thomas Jefferson is the best school that I have ever been to. The teachers are great and the people are also kind to me and anyone else there it dosen't matter who you are. Thomas Jefferson should be the top school of Denver we may not have alot but the students and teachers make up for all of that. Not to mention the work is equally a challenge it's more and harder to do because it's all new and so hard but yet out teachers still somehow get us on track and make sure we get the proper education. Sorry it's not a review but it's opinon almost the same thing.
This review was posted by a student.