Type of school: The Jefferson School is a non-profit private independent day school.

Founded: The school opened in 1992; the non-profit organization was founded in 1991.

Accredidation: The Jefferson School is accredited through The Middle States Commission on Elementary Schools of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. An accredited school voluntarily commits to an on-going school improvement process.

Facilities: The school sits on 43 wooded acres, just outside of Lewes in Sussex County, Delaware. Our school has 10 classrooms, library, administrative offices, a playground, basketball court, and a soccer field. map

Grades: Jr. Kindergarten (ages 3-4) through 8th grade.

Enrollment: Current enrollment stands at around 100 students.

Average class size: The student-teacher ratio averages 10:1. Classes with younger children have a smaller ratio, while middle school grades average 16:1. details

School hours and extended care: Arrival begins at 8:15 a.m. Opening exercises begin promptly at 8:30 a.m. Classes are dismissed at 3:15 p.m. The school offers child care for its students before the opening of school each day at 7:45 a.m. and after school until 6:00 p.m. details

Transportation: Bus transportation is available to and from the Rehoboth/Lewes area through a private contract between parents and Mears Transportation Service. details

Parent/guardian participation: The Jefferson School values the time and talent families offer to make the school community thrive. Parents/guardians are asked to volunteer 40 hours during the school year. details

Tuition for 2011-2012: Kindergarten through 8th grade - $9,240.  Junior Kindergarten - $8,470. details

Financial aid: Tuition assistance is available. details