At a glance
Reported students
711
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
54.5
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Illinois middle enrollment
81st percentile
Compared with 703 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
436.5
Jefferson Middle School: 711 reported students.
State peer staffing position
57th percentile
13:1 reported; state peer median 12.7:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 755
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13:1
What the reported data says about Jefferson Middle School
Jefferson Middle School is a public middle school serving grades 06–08 in Champaign. It is one of 21 current school records connected to Champaign CUSD 4. NCES reports 711 students for 2024–25.
Among 703 middle schools in Illinois with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 413 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 81st percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13:1, close to the Illinois median of 12.7:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (46.7%) and White (28.7%). English learners represent 9.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14.3%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Jefferson Middle School
- 1How do the reported 13:1 student–teacher ratio and 54.5 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 9.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 14.3%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 59.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 2
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White28.7%
- Hispanic8.2%
- Black46.7%
- Asian5.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial10.7%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
No students enrolled reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Champaign CUSD 4
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Franklin Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
665 reported students
Edison Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
647 reported students
International Prep Academy
Elementary · Grades KG–08
681 reported students
Bottenfield Elem School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
456 reported students
Stratton Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
454 reported students
Carrie Busey Elem School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
444 reported students
Public schools near Jefferson Middle School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centennial High School High · Champaign CUSD 4 | 09–12 | 1,476 | 0.2 mi |
| Edison Middle School Middle · Champaign CUSD 4 | 06–08 | 647 | 1.9 mi |
| Franklin Middle School Middle · Champaign CUSD 4 | 06–08 | 665 | 2.1 mi |
| Urbana Middle School Middle · Urbana SD 116 | 07–08 | 877 | 4.1 mi |
| Unity Jr High School Middle · Tolono CUSD 7 | 06–08 | 367 | 7.8 mi |
| Mahomet-Seymour Jr High School Middle · Mahomet-Seymour CUSD 3 | 06–08 | 812 | 9.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Jefferson Middle School
What grades does Jefferson Middle School serve?
Jefferson Middle School reports grades 06–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Champaign CUSD 4.
How many students attend Jefferson Middle School?
Jefferson Middle School reported 711 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 81st percentile among 703 Illinois middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 755 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Jefferson Middle School?
The calculated ratio is 13:1, based on 711 students and 54.5 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Illinois median for the same school level is 12.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Jefferson Middle School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Jefferson Middle School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Champaign CUSD 4 attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Jefferson Middle School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
59.5% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Jefferson Middle School in?
Jefferson Middle School is part of Champaign CUSD 4, based in Champaign, IL, which operates 21 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Jefferson Middle School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Centennial High School (0.2 mi), Edison Middle School (1.9 mi), Franklin Middle School (2.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.