Serving 220 students in grades 3-5, Medinah Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Medinah Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Medinah Intermediate School's student population of 220 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Medinah 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 Medinah 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
#971 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
21%
27%
Black
4%
17%
White
65%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Medinah Intermediate School's ranking?
Medinah Intermediate School is ranked #971 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Medinah Intermediate School?
220 students attend Medinah Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Medinah Intermediate School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Medinah Intermediate School?
Medinah Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Medinah Intermediate School offer ?
Medinah Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Medinah Intermediate School part of?
Medinah Intermediate School is part of Medinah SD 11 School District.
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