Nexus Education Center serves 50 students in grades 7-12.
Minority enrollment was 34% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
50 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
34%
17%
White
66%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Nexus Education Center?
50 students attend Nexus Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Nexus Education Center students are White, and 34% of students are Black.
What grades does Nexus Education Center offer ?
Nexus Education Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Nexus Education Center part of?
Nexus Education Center is part of Iroquois Special Education School District.
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