Visually Impaired Programs ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (19-20)
31 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)13%
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)16%
26%
Black
(19-20)19%
17%
White
(19-20)49%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)3%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
39%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Visually Impaired Programs?
31 students attend Visually Impaired Programs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Visually Impaired Programs students are White, 19% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What school district is Visually Impaired Programs part of?
Visually Impaired Programs is part of School Assn For Special Educ School District.
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