Serving 313 students in grades 4-5, Mokena Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mokena Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mokena Intermediate School's student population of 313 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mokena Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mokena Intermediate School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#811 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
86%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mokena Intermediate School's ranking?
Mokena Intermediate School is ranked #811 out of 3,426 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 28% IL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mokena Intermediate School?
313 students attend Mokena Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Mokena Intermediate School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mokena Intermediate School?
Mokena Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mokena Intermediate School offer ?
Mokena Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Mokena Intermediate School part of?
Mokena Intermediate School is part of Mokena SD 159 School District.
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