Serving 465 students in grades 2-4, Steger Intermediate Center 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 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Steger Intermediate Center's student population of 465 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
Total Students
465 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Steger Intermediate Center 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 Steger Intermediate Center is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2601 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
47%
29%
Black
33%
16%
White
14%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steger Intermediate Center's ranking?
Steger Intermediate Center is ranked #2601 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Steger Intermediate Center?
465 students attend Steger Intermediate Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Steger Intermediate Center students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steger Intermediate Center?
Steger Intermediate Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Steger Intermediate Center offer ?
Steger Intermediate Center offers enrollment in grades 2-4
What school district is Steger Intermediate Center part of?
Steger Intermediate Center is part of Steger SD 194 School District.
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