Serving 166 students in grades 5-6, Medora 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Medora Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Medora Intermediate School's student population of 166 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
166 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 21, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 17, 2026
School Rankings
Medora Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Medora Intermediate School is 0.10, 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
#1522 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
95%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Medora Intermediate School's ranking?
Medora Intermediate School is ranked #1522 out of 3,542 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Medora Intermediate School?
166 students attend Medora Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Medora Intermediate School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Medora Intermediate School?
Medora Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Medora Intermediate School offer ?
Medora Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Medora Intermediate School part of?
Medora Intermediate School is part of Southwestern CUSD 9 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of Student Attendance (2:05 PM and 2:10 PM Dismissal)
August 18, 2025 (Monday)
First Day of Pre-K Attendance
August 25, 2025 (Monday)
2:05 PM and 2:10 PM Dismissal for Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2025 (Tuesday)
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