Serving 328 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Je-neir Elementary School 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Je-Neir Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Momence, IL, covering approximately 83.9 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Je-neir Elementary School's student population of 328 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
328 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring Dreams Empowering Minds Strengthening Community
School Rankings
Je-neir Elementary School 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 Je-neir Elementary School 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
#2720 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
33%
29%
Black
15%
16%
White
45%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Je-neir Elementary School's ranking?
Je-neir Elementary School is ranked #2720 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Je-neir Elementary School often compared to?
Je-neir Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Momence Jr High School, St. George Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Je-neir Elementary School?
328 students attend Je-neir Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Je-neir Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Je-neir Elementary School?
Je-neir Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Je-neir Elementary School offer ?
Je-neir Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Je-neir Elementary School part of?
Je-neir Elementary School is part of Momence CUSD 1 School District.
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