Serving 179 students in grades 4-5, Nathan Hale Intermediate ranks in the bottom 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nathan Hale Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Nathan Hale Intermediate's student population of 179 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Nathan Hale Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nathan Hale Intermediate is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2478 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
55%
28%
Black
23%
17%
White
21%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
26%
3%
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 Nathan Hale Intermediate's ranking?
Nathan Hale Intermediate is ranked #2478 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Nathan Hale Intermediate?
179 students attend Nathan Hale Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Nathan Hale Intermediate students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nathan Hale Intermediate?
Nathan Hale Intermediate has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nathan Hale Intermediate offer ?
Nathan Hale Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Nathan Hale Intermediate part of?
Nathan Hale Intermediate is part of Cook County School District 130.
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