Jasper County CUD 1

Located at 1401 Clayton Ave in Newton, Illinois, Jasper County CUD 1 is a fully operational, traditional public school district dedicated to serving its local rural remote community. Operating four distinct campuses, the district provides a seamless educational pathway from pre-kindergarten all the way through twelfth grade. As a traditional public school system, Jasper County CUD 1 delivers comprehensive academic, developmental, and extracurricular opportunities tailored to families across Newton and the surrounding rural region.

During the 2024–2025 academic year, the district serves a total student body of 1,197 students, maintaining a well-balanced enrollment across all grade levels from early childhood through high school graduation. To effectively foster learning and oversee school operations, the district relies on a robust workforce that includes nearly 162 full-time equivalent (FTE) certified teachers, 24 instructional aides, and over 216 dedicated support staff members—bringing the district's total workforce to more than 401 full-time equivalent positions. This strong staffing ratio highlights Jasper County CUD 1’s commitment to providing targeted instructional support, individualized attention, and a well-resourced learning environment for every student.