What grades does Jefferson Elem School serve?

Jefferson Elem School operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Sterling area.

Where is Jefferson Elem School located?

Jefferson Elem School is a town school in Sterling, IL.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Elem School is 15.6:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Sterling, IL?

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

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Jefferson Elem School — School Profile & District Info

Primary|Sterling, Illinois|Sterling CUSD 5

Sterling, IL 61081

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CMS Back to School NightEvent

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School Profile

Grades

PK–2

Enrollment

422

Student:Teacher

15.6:1

Locale

Town

District

Sterling CUSD 5

Phone

(815)625-6402

School Statistics

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,348

District-level data

Funding Sources

Federal 13%State 44%Local 43%

Community Context

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

450

Current enrollment

Stable(+1% 5yr)

Coming Up

Tue, Aug 4, 2026

Facilities, Transportation, Finance Committee

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Thu, Aug 6, 2026

Board of Education Meeting

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Mon, Aug 10, 2026

CMS Back to School Night

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Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	Ed Committee Meeting	Event	—
Tue, Sep 22, 2026	Facilities, Transportation, Finance Committee	Event	—
Wed, Sep 23, 2026	Board of Education Meeting	Event	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	Jefferson Book Fair	Event	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	Jefferson Parent Teacher Conferences	Staff Day	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	Jefferson Parent Teacher Conferences	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	Jefferson Book Fair	Event	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	Franklin Parent/Teacher Conferences	Staff Day	—
Thu, Oct 22, 2026	Franklin Parent/Teacher Conferences	Staff Day	—
Tue, Oct 27, 2026	Facilities, Transportation, Finance Committee	Event	—
Wed, Oct 28, 2026	Board of Education Meeting	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jefferson Elem School

Jefferson Elem School has a total enrollment of 422 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of the local school district in Sterling, IL.