Serving 763 students in grades 5-6, Glenwood 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 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 763 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glenwood Intermediate School's student population of 763 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
763 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glenwood Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenwood Intermediate School is 0.40, 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
#1237 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
4%
27%
Black
5%
17%
White
77%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenwood Intermediate School's ranking?
Glenwood Intermediate School is ranked #1237 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Glenwood Intermediate School often compared to?
Glenwood Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenwood High School, Glenwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Glenwood Intermediate School?
763 students attend Glenwood Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Glenwood Intermediate School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenwood Intermediate School?
Glenwood Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenwood Intermediate School offer ?
Glenwood Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Glenwood Intermediate School part of?
Glenwood Intermediate School is part of Ball Chatham CUSD 5 School District.
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