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#2016 of 3,192 schools in MI
Thomas Jefferson Elem School
Elementary School · South Redford School District · Redford, MI
A South Redford School District elementary school where students score 3 points above what's typical for similar communities.
26555 Westfield, Redford, MI 48239
- Math 25% vs MI 37% (2022)
- Reading 41% vs MI 43% (2022)
- 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Thomas Jefferson Elem School score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
2022 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. MI average.
Trend
→ SteadyProficiency is down 54 points across the 14-year record (2009–2022) and has held near 33% recently.
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 34% (multi-year average, 2009-2022) · reading/ELA 48% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
72.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where Thomas Jefferson Elem School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 32Car-Dependent
- Bike 37Somewhat Bikeable
- County Safety: Low4/100K
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Source period: 2024. A newer release may be available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$69,373
Median home value
$145,900
Median rent
$1,355/mo
College educated
22.7%
Homeownership
78.3%
Poverty rate
12.9%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 48239; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield Charter AcademyCharter · enrollment unverified | 7.0 | K–6 | 0.4 mi | 698 | Compare → |
| Cleveland Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 5.6 | PK–4 | 0.8 mi | 400 | Compare → |
| Fisher Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 4.3 | PK–5 | 0.9 mi | 333 | Compare → |
| Universal Learning AcademyCharter · enrollment unverified | 4.6 | PK–12 | 0.9 mi | 754 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
South Redford School District
- Schools in district
- 7
- Rank in district
- #3 of 7
- District spending per student
- $19,978NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 21.3%Census SAIPE · 2024
Thomas Jefferson Elem School is listed in South Redford School District; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Thomas Jefferson Elem School
Thomas Jefferson Elem School is a public elementary school in Redford, MI, part of South Redford School District, serving approximately 272 students in grades Pre-K-5th with a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,016 of 3,192 schools in MI. State assessment records show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Thomas Jefferson Elem School
What grades does Thomas Jefferson Elem School serve?
Thomas Jefferson Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Elem School?
Thomas Jefferson Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 272 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas Jefferson Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Thomas Jefferson Elem School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thomas Jefferson Elem School rank in MI?
Thomas Jefferson Elem School ranks #2,016 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Thomas Jefferson Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Thomas Jefferson Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Thomas Jefferson Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomas Jefferson Elem School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Thomas Jefferson Elem School a charter school?
No, Thomas Jefferson Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thomas Jefferson Elem School a Title I school?
No, Thomas Jefferson Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thomas Jefferson Elem School?
72.1% of students at Thomas Jefferson Elem School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 272
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.1%
- Phone
- (313) 937-2330
- Area population (ZIP 48239)
- 37,039
- Area average commute
- 26.5 min
- Area median age
- 38
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 48239; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2022; directory SY 2023–24
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