J B Johnson Elementary School serves 372 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 was higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 42% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
372 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
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Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
40%
16%
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White
58%
45%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend J B Johnson Elementary School?
372 students attend J B Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of J B Johnson Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J B Johnson Elementary School?
J B Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does J B Johnson Elementary School offer ?
J B Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is J B Johnson Elementary School part of?
J B Johnson Elementary School is part of Alton Community Unit School District 11.
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