JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jefferson Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Berwyn North SD 98 school district, located in Berwyn, IL with about 589 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, Jefferson Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Jefferson Elementary School is a public school located in Berwyn, Illinois, serving students in grades PK through 5 as part of Berwyn North School District 98. Situated on 16th Street, the school is deeply integrated into the local community and focuses on providing foundational academic instruction within a diverse urban-suburban setting. The school emphasizes core curriculum areas such as literacy and mathematics while fostering a supportive environment aimed at meeting the unique developmental needs of elementary-aged children.

Like many schools in the Berwyn North district, Jefferson Elementary is committed to inclusivity and student growth, often implementing programs designed to support bilingual learners and those from various socioeconomic backgrounds. The school community typically prioritizes active parent engagement and collaborative partnerships to ensure that students develop strong social-emotional skills alongside their academic achievements. By maintaining a focus on student-centered learning, Jefferson Elementary strives to prepare its young learners for successful transitions into the middle school grades.

For more information, contact Jefferson Elem School at (708) 795-2454 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.