Serving 270 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Jefferson 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 59%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 57%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44%
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49%
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Johnston City, IL, covering approximately 82.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.7 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 270 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
270 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Education is one thing no one can take away from you
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary School 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)40-44%
59%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)45-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
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 schools are Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnston City High School, Washington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 59% IL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% IL state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
270 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Jefferson Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary School?
Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of Johnston City CUSD 1 School District.
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