Serving 158 students in grades 2-3, Jefferson Attendance Center ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson Attendance Center's attendance zone covers the entire district in Carmi, IL, encompassing approximately 297.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 10.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 16.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Attendance Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Jefferson Attendance Center's student population of 158 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
158 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Jefferson Attendance Center ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Attendance Center is 0.15, 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
#415 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Jefferson Attendance Center's ranking?
Jefferson Attendance Center is ranked #415 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Attendance Center?
158 students attend Jefferson Attendance Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Jefferson Attendance Center students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Attendance Center?
Jefferson Attendance Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jefferson Attendance Center offer ?
Jefferson Attendance Center offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Jefferson Attendance Center part of?
Jefferson Attendance Center is part of Carmi-White County CUSD 5 School District.
School Calendar
View the Jefferson Attendance Center yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
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