NORTH JACKSONVILLE SCHOOL

North Jacksonville School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jacksonville SD 117 school district, located in Jacksonville, IL with about 216 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. 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 13 teachers, North Jacksonville School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

North Jacksonville School, located at 1626 State Hwy 78 in Jacksonville, Illinois, serves as a specialized educational facility within the Jacksonville School District 117. The school is primarily recognized for its commitment to providing alternative and therapeutic educational programming. It is designed to support students who require a more structured or individualized approach to learning, focusing on behavioral growth and academic development in an environment tailored to unique student needs.

The facility emphasizes a supportive school culture that prioritizes social-emotional learning alongside core academic curricula. By maintaining a smaller, more focused setting, the school provides students with increased access to specialized staff and resources, aiming to help them overcome educational barriers. Through its programming, North Jacksonville School strives to equip students with the necessary tools for both personal stability and academic success, ensuring they remain on a pathway toward graduation and future readiness.

For more information, contact North Jacksonville School at (217) 245-4084 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.