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#8 of 399 private schools in MO

Top 2% of private schools

Thomas Jefferson School

High School

4100 S LINDBERGH BLVD, St. Louis, MO 63127

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MO statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

81

Student-Teacher

6:1

Score

8.8

Grades

7th – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In St. Louis

#2 of 74

public schools

Missouri high schools

#4 of 52

About Thomas Jefferson School

Thomas Jefferson School serves 81 students in grades 7-12 in Saint Louis, Missouri, offering an intimate educational environment with a remarkably low 6-to-1 student-teacher ratio. This regular public high school employs 14 full-time equivalent teachers, ensuring personalized attention for each student in their academic journey. The school has earned recognition with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #106 out of 399 Missouri schools, placing it in the 74th percentile statewide.

This solid performance reflects the school's commitment to providing quality education in a small school setting where students can develop close relationships with faculty and peers. Thomas Jefferson School's small enrollment creates opportunities for students to participate actively in classroom discussions and school activities while receiving individualized support from their teachers. The intimate size allows educators to know each student personally and tailor instruction to meet individual learning needs.

Located on South Lindbergh Boulevard, the school sits in an affluent suburban community where the median household income reaches $126,199 and 61% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The surrounding neighborhood in the 63127 ZIP code features a low poverty rate of just 2.9% and maintains a strong commitment to education, creating a supportive environment for student achievement.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 81 students, Thomas Jefferson School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 6:1, Thomas Jefferson School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Thomas Jefferson School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$57,009
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$56,370
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
0.99x — Tight
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
80%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$7.0M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 81 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Thomas Jefferson School compares to 91 public schools serving similar grades in St. Louis, MO

Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
This School
vs
15.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
81
This School
vs
486
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.8
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 38.3% vs 0%
Asian 37% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.6% vs 0%
Black 4.9% vs 0%
Thomas Jefferson School St. Louis Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Thomas Jefferson School (this school) 8.8
TRUMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL 4.0
LINDBERGH SR. HIGH 5.8
ROBERT H. SPERRENG MIDDLE 4.0
HIXSON MIDDLE 8.3
WASHINGTON MIDDLE 5.1
AFFTON HIGH 3.7
WEBSTER GROVES HIGH 8.4
At Home Academy
ROGERS MIDDLE 4.4
MEHLVILLE HIGH SCHOOL 6.0
BERNARD MIDDLE 5.7
BAYLESS SENIOR HIGH 6.4
BAYLESS JUNIOR HIGH 6.2
MARGARET BUERKLE MIDDLE 5.5
BUSCH MS CHARACTER ATHLETICS 6.7
COMMUNITY ACCESS JOB TRAINING 7.9
OAKVILLE SR. HIGH 7.6
HANCOCK SR. HIGH 5.9
LADUE HORTON WATKINS HIGH 8.9
LADUE MIDDLE 7.9

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 9 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,368
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.9 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 69%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 81
View data sources

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)

White 38.3%
Asian 37.0%
Two or More 11.1%
Hispanic 8.6%
Black 4.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4100 S LINDBERGH BLVD, St. Louis, MO 63127

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Thomas Jefferson School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SOUTHVIEW HIGH (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Crestwood), a more accessible option. Another option is URSULINE ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, LINDBERGH SR. HIGH (rated 5.8/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JUSTIN MARTYR SCHOOL St. Louis 0.3 mi 5.3
TRUMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Louis 0.4 mi 4.0
EARLY CHILDHOOD ED CENTER WEST St. Louis 0.4 mi 4.9
SOUTHVIEW Crestwood 0.8 mi 6.6
SOUTHVIEW HIGH Crestwood 0.8 mi 7.1
LONG ELEM. St. Louis 0.9 mi 5.8
SOUTH TECHNICAL Sunset Hills 1.0 mi
ST CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL St. Louis 1.3 mi 5.0
LINDBERGH SR. HIGH St. Louis 1.3 mi 5.8
ST JOHN VIANNEY HIGH SCHOOL Kirkwood 1.6 mi 4.6
CRESTWOOD ELEM. St. Louis 1.7 mi 7.3
SAPPINGTON ELEM. St. Louis 1.6 mi 6.2
CONCORD ELEM. SCHOOL St. Louis 1.9 mi 5.9
NIPHER MIDDLE Kirkwood 2.2 mi 7.9
KENNERLY ELEM. St. Louis 2.3 mi 6.5
CHRIST COMMUNITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kirkwood 2.4 mi 5.5
PROVIDENCE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Louis 2.0 mi 8.6
QUEEN OF THE HOLY ROSARY ACADEMY St. Louis 2.1 mi 6.5
ROBERT H. SPERRENG MIDDLE St. Louis 2.2 mi 4.0
URSULINE ACADEMY St. Louis 2.6 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$124,583

Median Home Value

$594,100

Population

5,161

College Educated

61.9%

Homeownership

78.6%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

2.6%

Median Age

53.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Thomas Jefferson School has a median household income of $124,583. It is a well-educated community where 62% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $594,100. The local poverty rate of 2.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
MARQUAND-ZION HIGH Marquand, MO 8.9
BUCKLIN HIGH Bucklin, MO 8.7
FAIRFAX HIGH Fairfax, MO 8.7
HIGBEE HIGH Higbee, MO 8.7
ADAIR CO. HIGH Brashear, MO 9.0
LOGOS SCHOOL Olivette, MO 9.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Thomas Jefferson School

What grades does Thomas Jefferson School serve?

Thomas Jefferson School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Thomas Jefferson School?

Thomas Jefferson School has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Thomas Jefferson School is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Thomas Jefferson School rank in MO?

Thomas Jefferson School is ranked #8 out of 399 private schools in MO.

What is Thomas Jefferson School's MySchoolScout rating?

Thomas Jefferson School has a composite rating of 8.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Thomas Jefferson School a private school?

Yes, Thomas Jefferson 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 School a religious school?

No, Thomas Jefferson School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (7,108/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (St. Louis). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
81
Gender Split
59% M / 41% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
9 hours
Days Per Year
152 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
ST. LOUIS
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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