Serving 557 students in grades 4-6, Mt Zion Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher 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 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mt Zion Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Mt Zion, IL, covering approximately 63.1 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive time of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt Zion Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mt Zion Intermediate School's student population of 557 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
557 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mt Zion Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt Zion Intermediate 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
#1017 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. 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 Mt Zion Intermediate School's ranking?
Mt Zion Intermediate School is ranked #1017 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Mt Zion Intermediate School often compared to?
Mt Zion Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcgaughey Elementary School, Mt Zion Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mt Zion Intermediate School?
557 students attend Mt Zion Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Mt Zion Intermediate School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt Zion Intermediate School?
Mt Zion Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mt Zion Intermediate School offer ?
Mt Zion Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Mt Zion Intermediate School part of?
Mt Zion Intermediate School is part of MT Zion CUSD 3 School District.
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