Serving 137 students in grades 3-5, Sangamon Valley Intermediate School ranks in the top 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 4% 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: 137 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sangamon Valley Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Sangamon Valley Intermediate School's student population of 137 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
137 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sangamon Valley Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sangamon Valley Intermediate School is 0.08, 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
#1392 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
96%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sangamon Valley Intermediate School's ranking?
Sangamon Valley Intermediate School is ranked #1392 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Sangamon Valley Intermediate School?
137 students attend Sangamon Valley Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Sangamon Valley Intermediate School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sangamon Valley Intermediate School?
Sangamon Valley Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sangamon Valley Intermediate School offer ?
Sangamon Valley Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Sangamon Valley Intermediate School part of?
Sangamon Valley Intermediate School is part of Sangamon Valley CUSD 9 School District.
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