Serving 224 students in grades 3-5, North Mac Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Mac Intermediate serves the entire district of Girard, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 149.8 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 7.1 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest boundary reaching 9.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Mac Intermediate's student population of 224 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
224 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate ~ Inspire ~ Transform
School Rankings
North Mac Intermediate 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 North Mac Intermediate is 0.13, 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
#2242 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
93%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Mac Intermediate's ranking?
North Mac Intermediate is ranked #2242 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend North Mac Intermediate?
224 students attend North Mac Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of North Mac Intermediate students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Mac Intermediate?
North Mac Intermediate has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Mac Intermediate offer ?
North Mac Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is North Mac Intermediate part of?
North Mac Intermediate is part of North Mac CUSD 34 School District.
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