Jefferson School serves 96 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 32:1 was higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
96 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
32:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
38%
28%
Black
35%
16%
White
27%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
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?
96 students attend Jefferson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Jefferson School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, and 27% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson School?
Jefferson School has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jefferson School offer ?
Jefferson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Jefferson School part of?
Jefferson School is part of Kankakee School District 111.
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