Proviso Mathematics and Science Academy is a selective enrollment high school in Forest Park, Illinois, United States that opened its doors to 126 freshmen in 2005. It is one of the newest schools in the Proviso Township High Schools District 209.
Serving 921 students in grades 9-12, Proviso Math And Science Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). 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 20:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 921 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Proviso Math And Science Academy's student population of 921 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
921 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
Black, Purple
School Rankings
Proviso Math And Science Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Proviso Math And Science Academy is 0.48, 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
#606 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
69%
28%
Black
21%
16%
White
6%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
14%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Monty The Python
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Proviso Math And Science Academy's ranking?
Proviso Math And Science Academy is ranked #606 out of 3,426 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% 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 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Proviso Math And Science Academy?
921 students attend Proviso Math And Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Proviso Math And Science Academy students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% 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 20:1, 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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