Jane Stenson School

www.skokie68.org/schools/stenson/index.html

349 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Jane Stenson School is a public elementary school located in Skokie, Illinois, serving students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of Skokie School District 73.5, the school is known for its commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment. It emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that focuses on core academic development, social-emotional learning, and the integration of technology to prepare students for the demands of middle school and beyond.

The school is recognized for its diverse student body and a strong sense of community, often hosting programs that encourage collaboration between educators, students, and families. With a focus on individualized instruction and differentiated learning, Jane Stenson aims to meet the unique needs of every learner. The school community consistently works to create a welcoming atmosphere that promotes academic excellence while prioritizing the character and personal growth of its students.

349

Total Students

27.3

Full-Time Teachers

12.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Jane Stenson School
Demographic	Student Count
White	110
Hispanic	80
Black	37
Asian	100
Two or More	16
American Indian	4
Pacific Islander	2

White
110 (31.5 %)
Asian
100 (28.7 %)
Hispanic
80 (22.9 %)
Black
37 (10.6 %)
Two or More
16 (4.6 %)
American Indian
4 (1.1 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.6 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Skokie SD 68
Phone:	(847)676-7301
Website:	http://www.skokie68.org/schools/stenson/index.html
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	349
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	27.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 51

Grade 1 57

Grade 2 62

Grade 3 59

Grade 4 59

Grade 5 60

Grade 6 1