Serving 399 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Illinois 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 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Illinois School's student population of 399 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Motto
The mission of Illinois School is to involve family, community and school personnel in a team effort to prepare children to become lifelong learners and productive citizens in a diverse, ever-changing world.
School Rankings
Illinois 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 Illinois School is 0.18, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1903 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
9%
28%
Black
90%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Matteson Education Service District 162
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Illinois School's ranking?
Illinois School is ranked #1903 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Illinois School often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Illinois School?
399 students attend Illinois School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Illinois School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Illinois School?
Illinois School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Illinois School offer ?
Illinois School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Illinois School part of?
Illinois School is part of Matteson Education Service District 162.
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