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 (26-27)
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Steger Intermediate Center's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 8 square miles in Steger, IL. Most students live within a 1.7-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge being 2.9 miles away, making for a typical drive time of 5 to 10 minutes.
- 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
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2601 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
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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