Serving 899 students in grades 9-12, Proviso Math And Science Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 899 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Proviso Math And Science Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Proviso Math And Science Academy's student population of 899 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
899 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Proviso Math And Science Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Proviso Math And Science Academy is 0.48, 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
#606 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
69%
27%
Black
20%
17%
White
6%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
14%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Proviso Math And Science Academy's ranking?
Proviso Math And Science Academy is ranked #606 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Proviso Math And Science Academy?
The graduation rate of Proviso Math And Science Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Proviso Math And Science Academy?
899 students attend Proviso Math And Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Proviso Math And Science Academy students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Proviso Math And Science Academy?
Proviso Math And Science Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Proviso Math And Science Academy offer ?
Proviso Math And Science Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Proviso Math And Science Academy part of?
Proviso Math And Science Academy is part of Proviso TWP HSD 209 School District.
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