Serving 925 students in grades 9-12, Proviso Math And Science Academy 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 925 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Proviso Math and Science Academy's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Forest Park, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 24.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 2.9 miles and the furthest edge located 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Proviso Math And Science Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Proviso Math And Science Academy's student population of 925 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
925 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Average Class Size
26 students
School Motto
Equity, Excellence, Relevance for ALL.
School Rankings
Proviso Math And Science Academy 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 Proviso Math And Science Academy is 0.52, 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
#748 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
66%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
15%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Purple
School Mascot
Monty The Python
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Proviso Math And Science Academy's ranking?
Proviso Math And Science Academy is ranked #748 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Proviso Math And Science Academy?
The graduation rate of Proviso Math And Science Academy is 96%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Proviso Math And Science Academy?
925 students attend Proviso Math And Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Proviso Math And Science Academy students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Proviso Math And Science Academy?
Proviso Math And Science Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Proviso Math And Science Academy offer ?
Proviso Math And Science Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Proviso Math And Science Academy part of?
Proviso Math And Science Academy is part of Proviso TWP HSD 209 School District.
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