Serving 374 students in grades 2-5, Herscher Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Herscher Intermediate School's student population of 374 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Strength is for Service....not Status.
School Rankings
Herscher Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herscher Intermediate School is 0.15, 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
#935 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herscher Intermediate School's ranking?
Herscher Intermediate School is ranked #935 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Herscher Intermediate School often compared to?
Herscher Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grant Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Herscher Intermediate School?
374 students attend Herscher Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Herscher Intermediate School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herscher Intermediate School?
Herscher Intermediate School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Herscher Intermediate School offer ?
Herscher Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Herscher Intermediate School part of?
Herscher Intermediate School is part of Herscher CUSD 2 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
First Day of Attendance
August 19, 2025 (Tuesday)
No School; Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
No School; Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
No School; Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2025 (Friday)
No School; Spring Break
December 26, 2025 (Friday)
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