Serving 374 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jefferson Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 374 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#176 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
8%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
76%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #176 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Jackson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
374 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary School?
Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of Elmhurst SD 205 School District.
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