Serving 135 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Jacksonville School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Jacksonville School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
North Jacksonville School's student population of 135 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
135 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Jacksonville School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Jacksonville School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1645 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
7%
16%
White
77%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Jacksonville School's ranking?
North Jacksonville School is ranked #1645 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are North Jacksonville School often compared to?
North Jacksonville Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Jacksonville Elementary School, Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend North Jacksonville School?
135 students attend North Jacksonville School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of North Jacksonville School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Jacksonville School?
North Jacksonville School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Jacksonville School offer ?
North Jacksonville School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is North Jacksonville School part of?
North Jacksonville School is part of Jacksonville SD 117 School District.
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