Serving 489 students in grades 5-7, Jersey Community Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Illini Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Jerseyville, IL, covering approximately 336.5 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being about 10.9 miles and the furthest edge located 15.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jersey Community Middle School's student population of 489 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
Total Students
489 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jersey Community Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jersey Community Middle School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1222 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 1997–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jersey Community Middle School's ranking?
Jersey Community Middle School is ranked #1222 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Jersey Community Middle School?
489 students attend Jersey Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Jersey Community Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jersey Community Middle School?
Jersey Community Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jersey Community Middle School offer ?
Jersey Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7
What school district is Jersey Community Middle School part of?
Jersey Community Middle School is part of Jersey CUSD 100 School District.
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