Serving 385 students in grades 3-5, East Side Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Side Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
East Side Intermediate School's student population of 385 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
East Side Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Side Intermediate School is 0.26, 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
#2679 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)4%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
5%
16%
White
86%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Side Intermediate School's ranking?
East Side Intermediate School is ranked #2679 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are East Side Intermediate School often compared to?
East Side Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Attendance Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend East Side Intermediate School?
385 students attend East Side Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of East Side Intermediate School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Side Intermediate School?
East Side Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Side Intermediate School offer ?
East Side Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is East Side Intermediate School part of?
East Side Intermediate School is part of Harrisburg CUSD 3 School District.
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