Jasper CCSD 17

Nestled in a rural fringe setting at 2030 County Road 1020 N in Fairfield, Illinois, Jasper CCSD 17 is an open, traditional public school district dedicated to elementary and middle school education. Serving a total enrollment of 170 students from kindergarten through eighth grade within a single operational school facility, the district provides a close-knit learning environment focused on early childhood and foundational academic growth. Functioning independently of charter or supervisory union oversight, Jasper CCSD 17 concentrates its administrative and educational resources directly on its localized student body, offering a streamlined structure supported by an active digital presence at jasperpolecats.com.

The district's modest student population allows for highly personalized instruction and a strong supportive infrastructure. With 25.2 full-time equivalent teachers, two instructional aides, and over 26 support staff members—bringing the total workforce to nearly 54 full-time equivalent positions—Jasper CCSD 17 boasts an advantageous student-to-teacher ratio of under 7 to 1. This substantial staffing commitment ensures low student-to-educator dynamics across its balanced student body of 89 female and 81 male learners. For parents, students, and educational researchers, the district offers a compelling example of a well-resourced, highly attentive rural public school system designed to foster individual student success.