Serving 346 students in grades 4-5, Mokena Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mokena Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Mokena, IL, encompassing approximately 9.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 1.8 miles and the furthest edge located 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mokena Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mokena Intermediate School's student population of 346 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
346 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Mokena 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 Mokena Intermediate School is 0.39, 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
#576 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
77%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mokena Intermediate School's ranking?
Mokena Intermediate School is ranked #576 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mokena Intermediate School?
346 students attend Mokena Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Mokena Intermediate School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mokena Intermediate School?
Mokena Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mokena Intermediate School offer ?
Mokena Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Mokena Intermediate School part of?
Mokena Intermediate School is part of Mokena SD 159 School District.
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