JEFFERSON INTERMEDIATE CENTER

Jefferson Intermediate Center is a Title I public middle school that is part of the South Bend Community School Corp school district, located in South Bend, IN with about 626 students offering grade levels from 5th 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 35 teachers, Jefferson Intermediate Center 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 Intermediate Center, located at 528 S Eddy St in South Bend, Indiana, serves as a key educational institution within the South Bend Community School Corporation. The school is designed to bridge the gap between elementary and middle school education, typically focusing on upper elementary or intermediate grade levels. It is situated in a well-established residential area near the Notre Dame campus, placing it at the heart of a culturally and socioeconomically diverse community.

The school emphasizes a balanced curriculum that fosters both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. As an intermediate center, it prioritizes preparing students for the transition to middle school by offering a structured learning environment that encourages critical thinking and collaboration. Jefferson Intermediate is dedicated to building strong relationships with local families and neighborhood partners to provide a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage with their community and reach their full academic potential.

For more information, contact Jefferson Intermediate Center at (574) 393-4100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.