Serving 554 students in grades 5-6, Walker Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher 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 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Walker Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Tinley Park, IL, covering approximately 11.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school from anywhere in the zone takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walker Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Walker Intermediate School's student population of 554 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
554 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Motto
Things just look different from the Hill
School Rankings
Walker Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walker Intermediate School is 0.51, 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
#922 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walker Intermediate School's ranking?
Walker Intermediate School is ranked #922 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Walker Intermediate School?
554 students attend Walker Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Walker Intermediate School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walker Intermediate School?
Walker Intermediate School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Walker Intermediate School offer ?
Walker Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Walker Intermediate School part of?
Walker Intermediate School is part of Summit Hill SD 161 School District.
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