School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
Total Students (07-08)
4 students
Total Classroom Teachers (07-08)
2 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(07-08)n/a
n/a
Asian
(07-08)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(07-08)n/a
21%
Black
(07-08)100%
20%
White
(07-08)n/a
54%
Hawaiian
(07-08)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(07-08)n/a
n/a
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Tamms Correctional Center?
4 students attend Tamms Correctional Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Tamms Correctional Center students are Black.
What grades does Tamms Correctional Center offer ?
Tamms Correctional Center offers enrollment in grades 12
What school district is Tamms Correctional Center part of?
Tamms Correctional Center is part of Idjj School District 428.
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