What grades does Thomas Jefferson High School serve?

As a High school, Thomas Jefferson High School serves students in Cedar Rapids, IA. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Thomas Jefferson High School located?

You can find Thomas Jefferson High School in Cedar Rapids, IA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas Jefferson High School?

At Thomas Jefferson High School, there are approximately 18.3 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Cedar Rapids, IA?

Thomas Jefferson High School is among the schools serving Cedar Rapids, IA. The school is part of the local school system.

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Thomas Jefferson High School — School Calendar 2026-27

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Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

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Upcoming Events

Nov

Mon

Teacher Comp DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

No School for Students

Nov

Tue

Staff Professional LearningStaff DayDistrict-wide

No School for Students Check the professional learning notice for training topics and schedule.

Nov

Wed

Teacher Comp DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

No School for Students

Nov

Thu

Thanksgiving HolidayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Wed

Winter BreakBreakDistrict-wide

No School for Students / District Holidays Review the calendar for the full break dates.

Jan

Mon

Staff Professional LearningStaff DayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,575

Student:Teacher

18.3:1

Locale

Urban

District

Cedar Rapids Comm School District

Econ. Disadvantaged

59.8%

Phone

(319)558-2435

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

62%

26th percentile in IA

Math Proficiency

41%

6th percentile in IA

Graduation Rate

82%

Chronic Absenteeism

31.8%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

16 courses offered

240 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

271 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

211 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

231 test takers

Athletics

22 sports, 64 teams

847 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.7:1

Worse than average in IA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,545

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

89.67

100% fully certified

Counselors

3.96

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Security Staff

1.88

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,623

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,299

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$19,356

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 12%State 49%Local 39%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$233,266

+3.3% 1yr+31.0% 5yr

Cedar Rapids, IA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

16.8%

Below 150% poverty line

3.9%

Unemployment rate

3.9%

Uninsured residents

5.1%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

2,832

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

2,617

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,501

Current enrollment

Stable(-6% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Nov 2, 2026

Teacher Comp Day

No School for Students

Staff Day

Tue, Nov 3, 2026

Staff Professional Learning

No School for Students Check the professional learning notice for training topics and schedule.

Staff Day

Wed, Nov 25, 2026

Teacher Comp Day

No School for Students

Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Cedar Rapids Comm School District. Thomas Jefferson High School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day / District HolidayDistrict-wide Holiday - All Offices Closed	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	Staff Professional LearningDistrict-wide No School for Students Check the professional learning notice for training topics and schedule.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Teacher Directed LearningDistrict-wide No Students	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	Staff Professional LearningDistrict-wide No School for Students Check the professional learning notice for training topics and schedule.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	Teacher Comp DayDistrict-wide No School for Students	Staff Day	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Staff Professional LearningDistrict-wide No School for Students Check the professional learning notice for training topics and schedule.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Teacher Comp DayDistrict-wide No School for Students	Staff Day	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving HolidayDistrict-wide Holiday - All Offices Closed	Holiday	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide No School for Students / District Holidays Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Staff Professional LearningDistrict-wide No School for Students Check the professional learning notice for training topics and schedule.	Staff Day	—
Fri, Jan 15, 2027	End of SemesterDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Teacher Directed LearningDistrict-wide No School for Students / Martin Luther King Jr. Day	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 1, 2027	Staff Professional LearningDistrict-wide No School for Students Check the professional learning notice for training topics and schedule.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Teacher Comp DayDistrict-wide No School for Students / Presidents Day	Staff Day	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Spring Break - No School / Floating Holiday Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Staff Professional LearningDistrict-wide No School for Students Check the professional learning notice for training topics and schedule.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Apr 19, 2027	Teacher Comp DayDistrict-wide No School for Students	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 10, 2027	Staff Professional Learning / Teacher Directed LearningDistrict-wide No School for Students	Staff Day	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Last Day of School / Early DismissalDistrict-wide Last Day of Classes / Early Dismissal	Event	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day / District HolidayDistrict-wide Holiday - All Offices Closed	Holiday	—
Tue, Jun 1, 2027	Staff Professional LearningDistrict-wide No School for Students Check the professional learning notice for training topics and schedule.	Staff Day	—
Tue, Jun 1, 2027	Inclement Weather Make-Up DaysDistrict-wide Snow make up dates	Event	—
Fri, Jun 18, 2027	Juneteenth Holiday ObservedDistrict-wide Holiday observed - All Offices Closed	Holiday	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Thomas Jefferson High School

Thomas Jefferson High School has a total enrollment of 1,575 students and serves grades High. The school is part of the local school district in Cedar Rapids, IA.