Very Good
#48 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 12% of private schools
Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School
School
3401 NEWMAN RD, Joplin, MO 64801
Enrollment
275
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
275
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#48 of 399
In Joplin
#1 of 6
public schools
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About Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School
Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School is a private school in Joplin, MO. Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School serves approximately 275 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #48 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Joplin, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School (this school) | 7.8 |
| COLLEGE VIEW SCHOOL | — |
| ROYAL HEIGHTS ELEM. | 6.7 |
| MCKINLEY ELEM. | 6.8 |
| EASTMORLAND ELEM. | 3.6 |
| Dover Hill Elementary | 6.4 |
| EAST MIDDLE | 3.6 |
| SOARING HEIGHTS ELEM. | 6.4 |
| JOPLIN HIGH | 5.8 |
| NORTH MIDDLE | 3.8 |
| KELSEY NORMAN ELEM. | 8.5 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. | 4.4 |
| GATEWAY SCHOOL | — |
| JOPLIN EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. | 3.4 |
| IRVING ELEMENTARY | 4.2 |
| STAPLETON ELEM. | 7.9 |
| CECIL FLOYD ELEM. | 7.1 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE | 6.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MO.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MO
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3401 NEWMAN RD, Joplin, MO 64801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School may also want to explore other schools in the area. KELSEY NORMAN ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MARK TWAIN ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Webb City), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MCAULEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Joplin, see our Joplin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COLLEGE VIEW SCHOOL Joplin | 0.2 mi | — |
| COLLEGE HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Joplin | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| ROYAL HEIGHTS ELEM. Joplin | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| EASTMORLAND ELEM. Joplin | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| MCKINLEY ELEM. Joplin | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| EAST MIDDLE Joplin | 2.5 mi | 3.6 |
| SOARING HEIGHTS ELEM. Joplin | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Webb City | 2.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Dover Hill Elementary Joplin | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| WEBB CITY JR. HIGH Webb City | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| MARTIN LUTHER SCHOOL Joplin | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| JOPLIN HIGH Joplin | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| KELSEY NORMAN ELEM. Joplin | 3.2 mi | 8.5 |
| MCAULEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Joplin | 2.9 mi | 7.6 |
| ST PETERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Joplin | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| WEBSTER PRIMARY CTR. Webb City | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| WEBB CITY HIGH Webb City | 3.6 mi | 6.3 |
| MADGE T. JAMES KIND. CTR. Webb City | 3.7 mi | 5.5 |
| WEBB CITY MIDDLE Webb City | 3.7 mi | 5.6 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEM. Webb City | 3.7 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,360
Median Home Value
$176,100
Median Rent
$884/mo
Population
36,398
College Educated
25.7%
Homeownership
55.2%
Avg Commute
18.6 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| OAKHILL DAY SCHOOL Gladstone, MO | 7.8 |
| THE DANIEL ACADEMY Kansas City, MO | 7.9 |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF GREATER KANSAS CITY Kansas City, MO | 7.5 |
| NORTH COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Florissant, MO | 7.5 |
| MARANATHA BAPTIST ACADEMY Saint Robert, MO | 8.2 |
| COLUMBIA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Columbia, MO | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School
What grades does Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School serve?
Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School?
Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School has an enrollment of approximately 275 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School rank in MO?
Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School ranks #48 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School a private school?
Yes, Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School a religious school?
No, Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 275
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Jasper County
- Phone
- (417) 781-5124
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