Eisenhower Elementary School

1901 W Lafayette Ave
Jacksonville, IL 62650
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Top 20%
Serving 349 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Eisenhower Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 349 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Top 20% in IL
  • : 40-44% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Eisenhower Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Eisenhower Elementary School's student population of 349 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
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Total Students
349 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
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Year Founded
1971
Colors
Blue and White
School Motto
Every student matters, every moment counts.

School Rankings

Eisenhower Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eisenhower Elementary School is 0.41, 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)
#661 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
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40-44%
27%
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40-44%
30%
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50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
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Asian
4%
6%
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Hispanic
8%
29%
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Black
7%
16%
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White
76%
45%
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Two or more races
5%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.41
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(22-23)
12.3%
29.7%
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Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Eisenhower Elementary School's ranking?
Eisenhower Elementary School is ranked #661 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Eisenhower Elementary School?
349 students attend Eisenhower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Eisenhower Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eisenhower Elementary School?
Eisenhower Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eisenhower Elementary School offer ?
Eisenhower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Eisenhower Elementary School part of?
Eisenhower Elementary School is part of Jacksonville SD 117 School District.

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First day of school: student attendance
August 13, 2026 (Thursday)

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 349 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 40-44% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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