Serving 299 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South Jacksonville 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Jacksonville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Jacksonville Elementary School's student population of 299 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
South Jacksonville Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Jacksonville Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#1716 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
5%
16%
White
79%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
3%
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 South Jacksonville Elementary School's ranking?
South Jacksonville Elementary School is ranked #1716 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are South Jacksonville Elementary School often compared to?
South Jacksonville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Elementary School, North Jacksonville School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend South Jacksonville Elementary School?
299 students attend South Jacksonville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of South Jacksonville Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Jacksonville Elementary School?
South Jacksonville Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Jacksonville Elementary School offer ?
South Jacksonville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is South Jacksonville Elementary School part of?
South Jacksonville Elementary School is part of Jacksonville SD 117 School District.
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