Serving 986 students in grades 8-12, Jersey Comm High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 986 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jersey Comm High School's student population of 986 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
986 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jersey Comm High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jersey Comm High School is 0.13, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1567 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)23%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
93%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jersey Comm High School's ranking?
Jersey Comm High School is ranked #1567 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jersey Comm High School?
The graduation rate of Jersey Comm High School is 87%, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Jersey Comm High School?
986 students attend Jersey Comm High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Jersey Comm High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jersey Comm High School?
Jersey Comm High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jersey Comm High School offer ?
Jersey Comm High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Jersey Comm High School part of?
Jersey Comm High School is part of Jersey CUSD 100 School District.
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