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Thomas Jefferson High School

Federal Way School District · King County · 4248 S 288TH ST, Auburn, WA 98001.0

(253)945-5600

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2/10
#323
Rank 323 out of 378
English Language Arts3/10 · #300 · 26th percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #314 · 17th percentile
Science2/10 · #351 · 15th percentile

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School Overview

Thomas Jefferson High School sits in the southern stretch of King County, serving a diverse, working-class corner of the Auburn-Federal Way area where families tend to be deeply rooted in their communities. Academics here are a work in progress, with test scores currently below state midpoints across English, math, and science, so families who prioritize strong classroom performance may want to weigh their options carefully. That said, for families already embedded in this neighborhood, TJ offers a familiar, community-connected environment in an area that's affordable by greater Seattle standards and continues to grow.

Student Demographics

419 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
165 (39%)
White
78 (19%)
Asian
66 (16%)
African American
59 (14%)
Multiple Races
36 (9%)
Other
15 (4%)

Key Indicators

English Learners118 (28%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged318 (76%)
Students with Disabilities55 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,813
Enrollment
89
Teachers (FTE)
20.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
30.5
Avg Class Size

Graduation Rate

84.1%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

4
AP Courses
offered
6.5%
AP Participation
of students
117
AP Enrollment
students
IB Program634 students enrolled

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs7/10 · #208 · 64th percentile

78 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Washington.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found