Serving 260 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 3% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower 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 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for J L Buford Intermediate Ed Ctr encompasses the entire school district in Mount Vernon, IL, covering approximately 12.3 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest boundary reaching 3.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
J L Buford Intermediate Educational Center's student population of 260 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
260 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Challenging all students to seek a brighter future.
School Rankings
J L Buford Intermediate Educational Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J L Buford Intermediate Educational Center is 0.67, 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
#3294 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
26%
16%
White
48%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
7%
5%
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 #3294 out of 3,542 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend J L Buford Intermediate Educational Center?
260 students attend J L Buford Intermediate Educational Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of J L Buford Intermediate Educational Center students are White, 26% of students are Black, 19% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
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 higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
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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