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#318 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 8% in state

Jefferson JR High School

Middle School · Naperville CUSD 203

1525 N Loomis St, Naperville, IL 60563

Enrollment

849

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

8.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#318 of 3,813

In Naperville

#23 of 40

public schools

In district

#21 of 22

Naperville CUSD 203

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Jefferson JR High School

8.5/10

Middle School in Naperville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Jefferson JR High School

Jefferson JR High School is a public middle school in Naperville, IL, part of Naperville CUSD 203. Jefferson JR High School serves approximately 849 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Jefferson JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #318 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Jefferson JR High School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.8
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,199
Chronic Absenteeism20%

Jefferson JR High School — Students at Jefferson JR High School score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 61.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
89%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
43%
2022
ELA
50%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.

How Jefferson JR High School Compares

See how Jefferson JR High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
92th percentile in IL
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
68 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

Location

1525 N Loomis St, Naperville, IL 60563

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jefferson JR High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Washington Jr High School (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hubble Middle School (rated 6.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Warrenville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Naperville, see our Naperville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Beebe Elem School Naperville 0.4 mi 8.5
Mill Street Elem School Naperville 0.6 mi 9.3
Naperville North High School Naperville 1.0 mi 9.4
Ellsworth Elem School Naperville 1.2 mi 9.7
Washington Jr High School Naperville 1.2 mi 8.8
CREME DE LA CREME Warrenville 1.0 mi
SAINTS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL Naperville 1.3 mi 4.6
DUPAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Naperville 1.2 mi 8.4
Naper Elem School Naperville 1.5 mi 8.8
Hubble Middle School Warrenville 1.6 mi 6.8
Highlands Elem School Naperville 1.9 mi 9.4
Naperville Central High School Naperville 2.0 mi 9.2
Prairie Elem School Naperville 2.1 mi 9.2
Bower Elem School Warrenville 2.0 mi 7.7
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Naperville 2.2 mi 6.7
Wheaton Warrenville South H S Wheaton 2.7 mi 8.4
Elmwood Elem School Naperville 2.7 mi 8.8
Steeple Run Elem School Naperville 2.2 mi 8.9
Wiesbrook Elem School Wheaton 3.0 mi 6.9
ST RAPHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Naperville 3.0 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60563 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,207

Median Home Value

$422,900

Median Rent

$1,786/mo

Population

38,829

College Educated

66.3%

Homeownership

53.5%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

37.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jefferson JR High School

What grades does Jefferson JR High School serve?

Jefferson JR High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Jefferson JR High School?

Jefferson JR High School has an enrollment of approximately 849 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jefferson JR High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Jefferson JR High School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jefferson JR High School rank in IL?

Jefferson JR High School ranks #318 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Jefferson JR High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Jefferson JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 JR High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jefferson JR High School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Jefferson JR High School a charter school?

No, Jefferson JR High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jefferson JR High School a Title I school?

No, Jefferson JR High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jefferson JR High School?

29.7% of students at Jefferson JR High 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
849
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
68
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

District

Naperville CUSD 203
District Enrollment
16,071
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,199
District Rank
#21 of 22

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