What grades does Jefferson Middle School serve?

Jefferson Middle School operates as a Middle school within the local district. The school serves families in the Champaign area.

Where is Jefferson Middle School located?

Jefferson Middle School is a urban school in Champaign, IL.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Middle School is 13.7:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Champaign, IL?

Schools in Champaign include Jefferson Middle School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Champaign area.

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Jefferson Middle School — School Calendar 2026-27

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Champaign, IL 61821

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Thu

Parent-Teacher ConferencesStaff DayDistrict-wide

Oct

Fri

Parent/Teacher Conferences (No School)Staff DayDistrict-wide

Oct

Mon

Fall Break- No SchoolBreakDistrict-wide

Oct

Mon

Fall HolidayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Oct

Tue

Fall Break (No School)BreakDistrict-wide

Oct

Wed

Fall Break (No School)BreakDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

6–8

Enrollment

711

Student:Teacher

13.7:1

Locale

Urban

District

Champaign CUSD 4

Phone

(217)351-3790

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

18%

21th percentile in IL

Math Proficiency

15th percentile in IL

Chronic Absenteeism

19.0%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

50 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.3:1

Near average in IL

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

897

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$21,009

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$11,622

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$24,027

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 11%State 24%Local 65%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

29.0%

Below 150% poverty line

4.8%

Unemployment rate

4.9%

Uninsured residents

5.4%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,816

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,674

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

474 (28%)

Speech/Language Impairment

381 (23%)

Autism

280 (17%)

Other Health Impairment

204 (12%)

Emotional Disturbance

112 (7%)

Intellectual Disability

54 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

711

Current enrollment

Declining(-11% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Oct 8, 2026

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Staff Day

Fri, Oct 9, 2026

Parent/Teacher Conferences (No School)

Staff Day

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

Fall Break- No School

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Champaign CUSD 4. Jefferson Middle School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Sun, Sep 6, 2026	Labor Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day-No Student AttendanceDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Thu, Oct 8, 2026	Parent-Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Parent/Teacher Conferences (No School)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Fall Break- No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Fall HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	Fall Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Fall Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	Fall Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	Fall Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	McTeachers Night PTA Fundraiser - McDonald's on KirbyDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Illinois Science Assessment WindowDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Fri, Nov 27, 2026	Thanksgiving Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Tue, Dec 1, 2026	MAP TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	3:00PM DISMISSALDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	FINAL EXAMSDistrict-wide	exam	—