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#946 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 38% in state
Thomas Jefferson School #9
Elementary School · Garfield Public School District
62 Alpine Street, Garfield, NJ 07026
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#946 of 2,466
In Garfield
#4 of 11
public schools
In district
#4 of 11
Garfield Public School District
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Thomas Jefferson School #9
Elementary School in Garfield · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Thomas Jefferson School #9
Thomas Jefferson School #9 is a public elementary school in Garfield, NJ, part of Garfield Public School District. Thomas Jefferson School #9 serves approximately 369 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas Jefferson School #9 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #946 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Thomas Jefferson School #9 show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Thomas Jefferson School #9 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Thomas Jefferson School #9 — Students at Thomas Jefferson School #9 score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 23 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.7/10.
How Thomas Jefferson School #9 Compares
See how Thomas Jefferson School #9 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
62 Alpine Street, Garfield, NJ 07026
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thomas Jefferson School #9 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Irving School #4 (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Gantner Avenue School (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Elmwood Park), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Christopher Columbus School #8 (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Garfield, see our Garfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MARGARET P MUSCARELLE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Garfield | 0.5 mi | — |
| Garfield Public Preschool 3 at Headstart Garfield | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Garfield Public Preschool Annex Garfield | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Franklin School Saddle Brook | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Garfield High School Garfield | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Christopher Columbus School #8 Garfield | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Garfield Middle School Garfield | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Garfield Early Childhood Learning Center Garfield | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Roosevelt School #7 Garfield | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| ST LEO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmwood Park | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Bergen Arts and Sciences Charter School Fair Lawn | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Washington Irving School #4 Garfield | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Columbus School Lodi | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Washington School Saddle Brook | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Lodi High School Lodi | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Gantner Avenue School Elmwood Park | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle School Lodi | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Saddle Brook Middle/High School Saddle Brook | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| NURSERY RHYMES PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Saddle Brook | 1.2 mi | — |
| Roosevelt School Lodi | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,701
Median Home Value
$454,300
Median Rent
$1,612/mo
Population
32,502
College Educated
24.3%
Homeownership
45.4%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
39
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beatrice Gilmore School Woodland Park, NJ | 6.9 |
| Beechwood School Mountainside, NJ | 6.9 |
| Belmar Elementary Belmar, NJ | 6.9 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School Piscataway, NJ | 6.9 |
| Folsom Elementary School Folsom, NJ | 6.9 |
| Forest Street Community Elementary School Orange, NJ | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thomas Jefferson School #9
What grades does Thomas Jefferson School #9 serve?
Thomas Jefferson School #9 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson School #9?
Thomas Jefferson School #9 has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas Jefferson School #9?
The student-teacher ratio at Thomas Jefferson School #9 is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thomas Jefferson School #9 rank in NJ?
Thomas Jefferson School #9 ranks #946 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Thomas Jefferson School #9's MySchoolScout rating?
Thomas Jefferson School #9 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 School #9?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomas Jefferson School #9 has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
Is Thomas Jefferson School #9 a charter school?
No, Thomas Jefferson School #9 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thomas Jefferson School #9 a Title I school?
No, Thomas Jefferson School #9 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thomas Jefferson School #9?
57.5% of students at Thomas Jefferson School #9 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 369
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.6%
- Phone
- (973) 340-5039
Resources & Links
District
Garfield Public School District- District Enrollment
- 4,871
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,656
- District Rank
- #4 of 11
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