Serving 180 students in grades 4-5, Paul Revere Intermediate 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower 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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Paul Revere Intermediate School serves the northeast part of Blue Island, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paul Revere Intermediate School's student population of 180 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
180 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Paul Revere Intermediate 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 Paul Revere Intermediate School is 0.43, 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
#2720 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
73%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
20%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
7%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
2%
Showing 2005–2015. View full 14-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul Revere Intermediate School's ranking?
Paul Revere Intermediate School is ranked #2720 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Paul Revere Intermediate School?
180 students attend Paul Revere Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Paul Revere Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul Revere Intermediate School?
Paul Revere Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Paul Revere Intermediate School offer ?
Paul Revere Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Paul Revere Intermediate School part of?
Paul Revere Intermediate School is part of Cook County SD 130 School District.
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