Thomas Jefferson Elementary School

1700 Roosevelt Road

School District

Valparaiso Community Schools
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:16
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on January 12, 2022

This school is racist to Africia American family. I take my daughter out of this school because of racist.
Submitted by parent on March 01, 2020

Friendly and a team effort among parents and teachers.
Submitted by parent on August 23, 2018

I couldn't possibly give the school a higher rating. My children are happy and thriving. The few complaints are silly little things such as the broccoli is overcooked. Of course, one daughter prefers it that way while another doesn't. They transcend my expectations for a school.
Submitted by parent on January 12, 2016

I love this school. My daughter started with the new principal and he is kind and friendly always. The school is small enough that the kids greet and know almost everyone in each grade. Beyond the reading and math they are taught to be good considerate and caring people. It truely is not only a grade A learning environment but an extension of our family setting.
Submitted by parent on August 07, 2015

My child just started to go there and I am so impressed with the teachers and principal. They are so caring about each student. Not to mention the education she is receiving is outstanding.
Submitted by parent on March 19, 2015

Love love love this school the staff and kids are wonderful of course my girls are enrolled here. The staff makes you feel like part of the family ... Teachers and principal are great !
Submitted by other on December 03, 2014

I am a former student and I absolutely loved this school. It was so fun and the teachers taught you what you needed to know when you moved on to middle school. I made so many friends and loved it.
Submitted by parent on March 15, 2012

I have many major concerns about the principal at TJE. The principal works on fear based practice with both students and her staff. It is evident that no one is willing to stand up for themselves because they will only be bullied by the principal. I would never suggest a student go to this school until the current principal is removed. I have heard of much distrust between principal/staff relations. The teachers in this building are wonderful though and truly do care about their students.