Serving 207 students in grades 4-6, Harmony Intermediate Center 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 19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harmony Intermediate Center's student population of 207 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
207 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Harmony Intermediate Center 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 Harmony Intermediate Center is 0.65, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1989 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
48%
16%
White
33%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harmony Intermediate Center's ranking?
Harmony Intermediate Center is ranked #1989 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Harmony Intermediate Center often compared to?
Harmony Intermediate Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Abraham Lincoln Elementary School, Emge Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Harmony Intermediate Center?
207 students attend Harmony Intermediate Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Harmony Intermediate Center students are Black, 33% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harmony Intermediate Center?
Harmony Intermediate Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harmony Intermediate Center offer ?
Harmony Intermediate Center offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Harmony Intermediate Center part of?
Harmony Intermediate Center is part of Harmony Emge SD 175 School District.
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