Serving 391 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Illinois 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 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Illinois School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 8.7 square miles in Park Forest, IL, with a typical drive to the school taking about 5-10 minutes. The furthest edge of the zone is located 3.6 miles from the school, and on average, the distance from the school to the zone boundary is around 2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Illinois School's student population of 391 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
391 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Illinois School is to involve family, community and school personnel in a team effort to prepare children to become lifelong learners and productive citizens in a diverse, ever-changing world.
School Rankings
Illinois 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 Illinois School is 0.17, 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
#1903 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
91%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Illinois School's ranking?
Illinois School is ranked #1903 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Illinois School often compared to?
Illinois Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Michelle Obama School Of Technology by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Illinois School?
391 students attend Illinois School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Illinois School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Illinois School?
Illinois School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Illinois School offer ?
Illinois School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Illinois School part of?
Illinois School is part of Matteson ESD 162 School District.
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