JEWEL MIDDLE SCHOOL

Jewel Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Aurora West USD 129 school district, located in North Aurora, IL with about 669 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 41 teachers, Jewel Middle 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.

Jewel Middle School, located at 1501 Waterford Rd in North Aurora, Illinois, is a key component of the West Aurora School District 129. The school serves a diverse student population in grades 6 through 8, focusing on bridging the transition from elementary to high school. Its mission centers on fostering an inclusive learning environment that promotes academic achievement, character development, and social-emotional growth, ensuring students are well-prepared for the challenges of secondary education.

The school is known for its commitment to a well-rounded educational experience, offering a variety of extracurricular activities, clubs, and athletic programs alongside its core curriculum. Jewel Middle School emphasizes community engagement and collaboration between educators, parents, and students to create a supportive culture. By leveraging technology in the classroom and focusing on individualized student needs, the school strives to cultivate a positive atmosphere where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential.

For more information, contact Jewel Middle School at (630) 301-5052 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1501 Waterford Rd
North Aurora, IL 60542-1788
Advertisement

JEWEL MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in North Aurora, IL with about 669 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
669
Teachers:
41.34
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

Advertisement

School Demographics for 669 students

Hispanic/Latino
45.6%
White
36.6%
Black or African American
12.1%
Asian
2.7%
Two or more races
2.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
48.4%
Male
51.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.