Serving 333 students in grades 3-5, Westchester Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westchester Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Westchester Intermediate School's student population of 333 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westchester Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westchester Intermediate School is 0.69, 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
#2023 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
43%
27%
Black
27%
17%
White
24%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westchester Intermediate School's ranking?
Westchester Intermediate School is ranked #2023 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Westchester Intermediate School often compared to?
Westchester Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westchester Primary School, Westchester Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Westchester Intermediate School?
333 students attend Westchester Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Westchester Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 24% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westchester Intermediate School?
Westchester Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westchester Intermediate School offer ?
Westchester Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Westchester Intermediate School part of?
Westchester Intermediate School is part of Westchester SD 92-5 School District.
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