Serving 397 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 13% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Side Intermediate School serves the entire district of Harrisburg, IL, covering an area of approximately 142.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 11.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Side Intermediate School's student population of 397 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
397 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Side Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Side Intermediate School is 0.22, 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
#2209 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
88%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Side Intermediate School's ranking?
East Side Intermediate School is ranked #2209 out of 3,542 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 West Side Primary School, Washington Attendance Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
397 students attend East Side Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of East Side Intermediate School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% 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 14:1, which is higher than 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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