Jefferson School serves 179 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
Minority enrollment was 35% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
179 students
Total Classroom Teachers (03-04)
18 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
35%
17%
White
65%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Jefferson School?
179 students attend Jefferson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Jefferson School students are White, and 35% of students are Black.
What grades does Jefferson School offer ?
Jefferson School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Jefferson School part of?
Jefferson School is part of Jacksonville School District 117.
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