Serving 175 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 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 175 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- 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
Community Size
School Overview
Jefferson Attendance Center's student population of 175 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
175 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
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 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#415 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
93%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
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?
175 students attend Jefferson Attendance Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Jefferson Attendance Center students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Attendance Center?
Jefferson Attendance Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than 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 Community Unit School District 5.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break - No School
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
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