Glenwood Intermediate School

465 Chatham Rd
Chatham, IL 62629
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 686 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 5-6
  • Enrollment: 686 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Top 50% in IL
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 29% (Top 50%)
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Glenwood Intermediate School's student population of 686 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
686 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Titans

School Rankings

Glenwood 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 Glenwood Intermediate School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
#1677 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
21%
27%
29%
30%
52%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
5%
17%
White
76%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.41
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Titans
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Glenwood Intermediate School's ranking?
Glenwood Intermediate School is ranked #1677 out of 3,542 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 Middle School, Glenwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Glenwood Intermediate School?
686 students attend Glenwood Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Glenwood Intermediate School students are White, 9% 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 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
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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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 5-6
  • Enrollment: 686 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 29% (Top 50%)
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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