Serving 380 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Jefferson Primary 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14%
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19%
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson Elementary School serves the southeast part of Bellwood, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson Primary School's student population of 380 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
380 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jefferson Primary School is 0.56, 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)
(16-17)10-14%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
55%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
38%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
45%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 schools are Jefferson Primary School often compared to?
Jefferson Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckinley Elementary School, Washington Dual Language Academy, Karel Havlicek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% IL state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Primary School?
380 students attend Jefferson Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Jefferson Primary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Primary School?
Jefferson Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jefferson Primary School offer ?
Jefferson Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Jefferson Primary School part of?
Jefferson Primary School is part of Berkeley SD 87 School District.
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