Serving 351 students in grades 2-5, Herscher Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herscher Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Herscher Intermediate School's student population of 351 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Herscher Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herscher Intermediate School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#721 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
94%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herscher Intermediate School's ranking?
Herscher Intermediate School is ranked #721 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Herscher Intermediate School often compared to?
Herscher Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grant Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Herscher Intermediate School?
351 students attend Herscher Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Herscher Intermediate School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herscher Intermediate School?
Herscher Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Herscher Intermediate School offer ?
Herscher Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Herscher Intermediate School part of?
Herscher Intermediate School is part of Herscher CUSD 2 School District.
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