Serving 249 students in grades 4-5, Ulysses S Grant 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 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ulysses S Grant Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Marengo, IL, encompassing approximately 66.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ulysses S Grant Intermediate School's student population of 249 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
249 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Motto
'Educating Today for Tomorrow's World'
School Rankings
Ulysses S Grant 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 Ulysses S Grant Intermediate School is 0.53, 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
#1363 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
35%
29%
White
59%
45%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ulysses S Grant Intermediate School's ranking?
Ulysses S Grant Intermediate School is ranked #1363 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Ulysses S Grant Intermediate School?
249 students attend Ulysses S Grant Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Ulysses S Grant Intermediate School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ulysses S Grant Intermediate School?
Ulysses S Grant Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ulysses S Grant Intermediate School offer ?
Ulysses S Grant Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Ulysses S Grant Intermediate School part of?
Ulysses S Grant Intermediate School is part of Marengo-Union E Cons D 165 School District.
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