Serving 217 students in grades 4-6, Dee-mack Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Dee-Mack Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Deer Creek, IL, encompassing approximately 75.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 11.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dee-mack Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dee-mack Intermediate School's student population of 217 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
217 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Doing What is Best for Kids!
School Rankings
Dee-mack Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dee-mack Intermediate School is 0.10, 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
#1207 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dee-mack Intermediate School's ranking?
Dee-mack Intermediate School is ranked #1207 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Dee-mack Intermediate School?
217 students attend Dee-mack Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Dee-mack Intermediate School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dee-mack Intermediate School?
Dee-mack Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dee-mack Intermediate School offer ?
Dee-mack Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Dee-mack Intermediate School part of?
Dee-mack Intermediate School is part of Deer Creek-Mackinaw CUSD 701 School District.
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