Serving 358 students in grades 3-5, Sunnyside Intermediate School 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 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunnyside Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Sunnyside Intermediate School's student population of 358 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Rankings
Sunnyside Intermediate School 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 Sunnyside Intermediate School is 0.54, 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
#2535 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
55%
28%
Black
40%
16%
White
3%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunnyside Intermediate School's ranking?
Sunnyside Intermediate School is ranked #2535 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Sunnyside Intermediate School often compared to?
Sunnyside Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beasley Elementary Magnet Academic Center, Ray Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Sunnyside Intermediate School?
358 students attend Sunnyside Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Sunnyside Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunnyside Intermediate School?
Sunnyside Intermediate School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sunnyside Intermediate School offer ?
Sunnyside Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Sunnyside Intermediate School part of?
Sunnyside Intermediate School is part of Berkeley SD 87 School District.
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