Very Good
#958 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 25% in state
Based on limited data
Jefferson Elem School
Elementary School · Princeton ESD 115
725 W Putnam St, Princeton, IL 61356
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IL statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
207
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
207
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#958 of 3,813
In Princeton
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Princeton ESD 115
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Jefferson Elem School
Elementary School in Princeton · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Jefferson Elem School
Jefferson Elem School is a public elementary school in Princeton, IL, part of Princeton ESD 115. Jefferson Elem School serves approximately 207 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Jefferson Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #958 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- IL avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
Partial Profile · 2/3 metricsRequires 2+ years of test data
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Jefferson Elem School Compares
See how Jefferson Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
725 W Putnam St, Princeton, IL 61356
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jefferson Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ohio Com Cons Grade School (rated 8.2/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Ohio), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Bureau Valley Elemntry-Wyanet (rated 7.5/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Wyanet), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lincoln Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Princeton, see our Princeton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Logan Jr High School Princeton | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Douglas Elementary School Princeton | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Princeton High School Princeton | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Lincoln Elem School Princeton | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| PRINCETON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Princeton | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Bureau Valley Elemntry-Wyanet Wyanet | 5.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Malden Grade School Malden | 6.6 mi | 6.4 |
| DePue High School Depue | 9.5 mi | 6.9 |
| DePue Elem School Depue | 9.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Ohio Com Cons Grade School Ohio | 12.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Ohio Community High School Ohio | 12.5 mi | — |
| Putnam County Elem School Hennepin | 11.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Bureau Valley North Walnut | 13.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Bureau Valley Elem and JH Manlius | 11.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Bureau Valley High School Sheffield | 12.0 mi | 5.6 |
| La Moille Jr/Sr High School La Moille | 14.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Allen School School La Moille | 14.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Ladd Comm Cons Sch Ladd | 13.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Bradford Jr High School Bradford | 16.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Hall High School Spring Valley | 14.0 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61356 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,952
Median Home Value
$146,800
Median Rent
$751/mo
Population
10,739
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
75.9%
Avg Commute
16.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
45.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blair Early Childhood Center Chicago, IL | 7.4 |
| Don D Shute Elem School East Peoria, IL | 7.4 |
| Eastlawn Elem School Rantoul, IL | 7.4 |
| Hodgkins Elem School Hodgkins, IL | 7.4 |
| KINGSWOOD ACADEMY Darien, IL | 7.4 |
| Lincoln Elem School Anna, IL | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jefferson Elem School
What grades does Jefferson Elem School serve?
Jefferson Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Jefferson Elem School?
Jefferson Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 207 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Elem School is 12.2:1. 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 #958 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Jefferson Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Jefferson Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
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?
44.4% 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 207
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Bureau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.6%
- Phone
- (815) 875-4417
Resources & Links
District
Princeton ESD 115- District Enrollment
- 1,072
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,760
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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