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Jefferson Elem School
Elementary School · Marion Cusd 2 · Marion, IL
A Marion Cusd 2 elementary school where students score 11 points above what's typical for similar communities.
700 E Boulevard St, Marion, IL 62959
- Math 27% proficient (2021)
- Reading 37% proficient (2022)
- 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Jefferson Elem School score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
2022 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. IL average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 14-year record (2009–2022), then recovered 5 points since 2019, reaching 37% in 2022.
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 52% (multi-year average, 2009-2021) · reading/ELA 49% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
62.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where Jefferson Elem School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 59Somewhat Walkable
- Bike 45Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High3,429/100K
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FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Marion), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$69,914
Median home value
$166,200
Median rent
$895/mo
College educated
27.5%
Homeownership
70.7%
Poverty rate
14.6%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 62959; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Elem SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 8.1 | K–5 | 0.5 mi | 479 | Compare → |
| Lincoln Elem SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 6.7 | K–5 | 0.6 mi | 493 | Compare → |
| Longfellow Elem SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 7.6 | K–5 | 1.7 mi | 252 | Compare → |
| Marion Adventist SchoolPrivate · tuition | Not rated | PK–5 | 4.2 mi | 7 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Marion Cusd 2
- Schools in district
- 7
- Rank in district
- #5 of 7
- District spending per student
- $13,127NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 14.1%Census SAIPE · 2024
Jefferson Elem School is listed in Marion CUSD 2; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Jefferson Elem School
Jefferson Elem School is a public elementary school in Marion, IL, part of Marion Cusd 2, serving approximately 344 students in grades Pre-K-5th with a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,014 of 3,813 schools in IL. State assessment records show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Jefferson Elem School
What grades does Jefferson Elem School serve?
Jefferson Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Jefferson Elem School?
Jefferson Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Elem School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jefferson Elem School rank in IL?
Jefferson Elem School ranks #2,014 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Jefferson Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Jefferson Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Jefferson Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jefferson Elem School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jefferson Elem School a charter school?
No, Jefferson Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jefferson Elem School a Title I school?
No, Jefferson Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jefferson Elem School?
62.5% of students at Jefferson Elem School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 344
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Williamson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.7%
- Phone
- (618) 997-5766
- Area population (ZIP 62959)
- 27,779
- Area average commute
- 23.8 min
- Area median age
- 41.1
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2021 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2021 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 62959; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2021, multi-year average, 2009-2022; directory SY 2023–24
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