Thomas Jefferson High School

Thomas Jefferson High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
3950 S Holly St,  Denver, CO
Southmoor Park Neighborhood
Denver Public Schools
3.9
3.5
1,374 Students
A-
Niche Grade
In southeast Denver and overlooking the city skyline is Denver public high school, Thomas Jefferson. The school brings in students from around the area, resulting in a diverse student body and a culture described by students and faculty as a big family. Thomas Jefferson High, or TJ as it is referred to by staff and students, takes pride in creating a strong community that is full of school spirit. The school colors of brown and gold echo the original Denver Bronco’s football team uniforms from the shared founding year of 1960, which is a source of TJ Spartan pride and state history. The mission at Thomas Jefferson is to provide students with unique opportunities for academic success regardless of ability or background through the school motto, learn, challenge and lead. The Center for Communication Technology program (CCT) started at TJ in 1994 and features classes in many branches of communications and technology. Elective offerings include ceramics, AVID, DECA, JROTC, drama, music and languages such as French, Spanish and Japanese. TJ also offers Advanced Placement (AP) and honors classes, ACT study sessions and concurrent enrollment courses to prepare students for post-secondary education and beyond.

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1160
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
36%
Reading Proficiency
57%
Average GPA
3.31
Graduation Rate
80%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A-
Teachers
B+
College Prep
B+
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
C+
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.31
Reading Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
36%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
74
Full Time Teachers
74
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1160
Math
570
Verbal
580
Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
25
Reading
26
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
12
AP Pass Rate
44.3%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

3
Equity
5
College Readiness
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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
31.5%
State Average
30.7%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
328:1

Student Diversity

Male
52%
Female
48%
Hispanic
37.7%
White
34.2%
Black
18.2%
Two or more races
5.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.3%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#3 Most Diverse Public HS in Colorado
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Colorado State University 421 Students
University of Colorado Boulder 357 Students
Metropolitan State University of Denver 303 Students
University of Colorado Denver 281 Students
University of Denver 233 Students
University of Northern Colorado 205 Students
Colorado Mesa University 152 Students
University of Colorado - Colorado Springs 147 Students
Colorado School of Mines 131 Students
Regis University 89 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 163 Students
Psychology 103 Students
Nursing 73 Students
Biology 62 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 62 Students
Computer Science 61 Students
Mechanical Engineering 45 Students
Marketing 36 Students
Criminology 32 Students
Engineering 30 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 276 Reviews
5.0 Senior
10/11/2024
I've been going to Thomas shepherdson high school for all my 4 years of high school.And I can say one thing about this school that it's very connected to its students
5.0 Works Here
6/15/2024
I have worked here for 11 years, the administration is super supportive and the students work hard and have a lot of successes. The teachers go above and beyond to support the students.
4.0 Junior
6/13/2024
The best part is the video production. The tech program is good too. I like the people and the culture. I don't really have any bad things to say. They need to start a junior prom, though!
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GreatSchools Reviews
3.5 17 Reviews
2.0 parent
10/29/2025
Sick and tired of these kids being rude and disruptive on the RTD route 105 when school is over. They won't let a senior citizen sit down when the bus is full and they ride for free! I think a assembly is necessary to tell them too knock it off or walk home. Im SICK OF IT I went too the worst DPS sc...
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5.0 parent
9/10/2025
My daughter has loved her time at TJ. The principal is one of the best I have experienced. The teachers have been amazing. It is a positive environment. Great school spirit. And the school continues to invest in updates to the building and grounds. It’s a place where everyone is welcome.
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5.0 parent
4/12/2023
A great school; overall it’s really good
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1.0 other
12/17/2021
Horrible school, they do not deal with student punishments fairly and sweep serious matters under the rug to better their rep.
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Thomas Jefferson High School

Thomas Jefferson High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Denver, CO and is served by the Denver Public Schools in Colorado. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,374 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 36% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 57% are proficient in reading. Thomas Jefferson High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.31, the graduation rate is 80%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1160 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $853,582. Discover additional schools in the area, like Cherry Creek High School, South High School, Englewood High School, and more. Learn more about what Denver has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Thomas Jefferson High School.

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