Serving 115 students in grades 3-5, Sangamon Valley Intermediate School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sangamon Valley West Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Illiopolis, IL, encompassing approximately 112.2 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sangamon Valley Intermediate School's student population of 115 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
115 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
“No significant learning occurs without a significant relationship” (Comer 2004)
School Rankings
Sangamon Valley Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sangamon Valley 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
#1116 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
91%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Storm
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sangamon Valley Intermediate School's ranking?
Sangamon Valley Intermediate School is ranked #1116 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Sangamon Valley Intermediate School?
115 students attend Sangamon Valley Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Sangamon Valley Intermediate School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sangamon Valley Intermediate School?
Sangamon Valley Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sangamon Valley Intermediate School offer ?
Sangamon Valley Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Sangamon Valley Intermediate School part of?
Sangamon Valley Intermediate School is part of Sangamon Valley CUSD 9 School District.
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