Serving 432 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Jesse C White Learning Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jesse C White Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jesse C White Learning Academy's student population of 432 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jesse C White Learning Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jesse C White Learning Academy is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1558 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
28%
Black
89%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jesse C White Learning Academy's ranking?
Jesse C White Learning Academy is ranked #1558 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Jesse C White Learning Academy often compared to?
Jesse C White Learning Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie-hills Junior High School, Barack H Obama Learning Academy, Highlands Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Jesse C White Learning Academy?
432 students attend Jesse C White Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Jesse C White Learning Academy students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jesse C White Learning Academy?
Jesse C White Learning Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jesse C White Learning Academy offer ?
Jesse C White Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Jesse C White Learning Academy part of?
Jesse C White Learning Academy is part of Hazel Crest SD 152-5 School District.
School Reviews
5 8/14/2019
Jesse White Learning Academy is a great neighborhood school. The teachers and principal are caring and professional. Whenever I have an issue or need to see the principal, she is always available. Some of the kids and parents don't care about what they do or how they do it. One time another kid hit my son and I went to speak to the parent, that parent blamed me and my kid and even threatened us. I was just being a concerned responsible parent. I have 4 children in this school and I love it. Ms. K is a good teacher and Dr. Levie is a great principal.
5 2/14/2007
my son attends woodland school for four years and i, as a parent can truly say that it is a very good school, they have excellent teacher who cares about the children education.I also want to commend the principal on a excellent job.KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!!!!
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