Serving 490 students in grades 5-7, Jersey Community Middle 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 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jersey Community Middle School's student population of 490 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jersey Community Middle 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 Jersey Community Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1222 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jersey Community Middle School's ranking?
Jersey Community Middle School is ranked #1222 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Jersey Community Middle School?
490 students attend Jersey Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Jersey Community Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jersey Community Middle School?
Jersey Community Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jersey Community Middle School offer ?
Jersey Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7
What school district is Jersey Community Middle School part of?
Jersey Community Middle School is part of Jersey CUSD 100 School District.
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