Serving 262 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, St. Jacob Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Jacob Elementary School serves the southeast part of its school district in Saint Jacob, IL, covering an area of approximately 34 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Jacob Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
St. Jacob Elementary School's student population of 262 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
262 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
St. Jacob Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Jacob Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#319 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
29%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. 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 is St. Jacob Elementary School's ranking?
St. Jacob Elementary School is ranked #319 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are St. Jacob Elementary School often compared to?
St. Jacob Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aviston Elementary School, Germantown Elementary School, J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend St. Jacob Elementary School?
262 students attend St. Jacob Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of St. Jacob Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Jacob Elementary School?
St. Jacob Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Jacob Elementary School offer ?
St. Jacob Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is St. Jacob Elementary School part of?
St. Jacob Elementary School is part of Triad CUSD 2 School District.
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