Jefferson School

Jefferson School serves 154 students in grades Prekindergarten. 
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 154 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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School Overview

Jefferson School's student population of 154 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
154 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Colors
Rainbow
School Motto
Together We Discover, Learn, Grow & Care

School Rankings

The diversity score of Jefferson School is 0.52, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
67%
45%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.52
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
43%
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?
154 students attend Jefferson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Jefferson School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson School?
Jefferson School has a student ration of 17:1, 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 Park Ridge CCSD 64 School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 154 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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