JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jefferson Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Sterling CUSD 5 school district, located in Sterling, IL with about 446 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd 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 23 teachers, Jefferson Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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, located at 806 E Le Fevre Rd in Sterling, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Sterling Community Unit School District 5. As a public elementary school, it focuses on providing a core curriculum designed to support the academic, social, and emotional development of students in their early formative years. The school is integrated into the broader Sterling community, emphasizing a supportive environment that encourages student engagement and preparation for their subsequent transition to middle school.

The school operates with a commitment to fostering a positive learning culture, often utilizing localized resources and parental involvement to enhance the student experience. By focusing on fundamental skills such as literacy, mathematics, and character development, Jefferson Elementary aims to establish a strong educational base for its diverse student body. Its location in Sterling places it at the heart of the district’s efforts to provide equitable and accessible education, ensuring that students have the necessary support systems to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact Jefferson Elem School at (815) 625-6402 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.