Serving 353 students in grades 2-5, L J Stevens Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: L J Stevens Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Wilmington, IL, covering approximately 99.2 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with most living about 5.7 miles away from the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 8.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
L J Stevens Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
L J Stevens Intermediate School's student population of 353 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
353 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
L J Stevens Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of L J Stevens Intermediate School is 0.30, 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
#549 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
83%
45%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is L J Stevens Intermediate School's ranking?
L J Stevens Intermediate School is ranked #549 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are L J Stevens Intermediate School often compared to?
L J Stevens Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reed-custer Middle School, Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend L J Stevens Intermediate School?
353 students attend L J Stevens Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of L J Stevens Intermediate School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of L J Stevens Intermediate School?
L J Stevens Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does L J Stevens Intermediate School offer ?
L J Stevens Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is L J Stevens Intermediate School part of?
L J Stevens Intermediate School is part of Wilmington CUSD 209u School District.
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