Serving 261 students in grades 4-5, J L Buford Intermediate Educational Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J L Buford Intermediate Educational Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
J L Buford Intermediate Educational Center's student population of 261 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
J L Buford Intermediate Educational Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J L Buford Intermediate Educational Center is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3316 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
3%
27%
Black
30%
17%
White
52%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
32%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J L Buford Intermediate Educational Center's ranking?
J L Buford Intermediate Educational Center is ranked #3316 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend J L Buford Intermediate Educational Center?
261 students attend J L Buford Intermediate Educational Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of J L Buford Intermediate Educational Center students are White, 30% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J L Buford Intermediate Educational Center?
J L Buford Intermediate Educational Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does J L Buford Intermediate Educational Center offer ?
J L Buford Intermediate Educational Center offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is J L Buford Intermediate Educational Center part of?
J L Buford Intermediate Educational Center is part of Mount Vernon SD 80 School District.
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