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#1634 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 43% in state
Grigsby Intermediate School
Middle School · Granite City CUSD 9
3801 Cargill Rd, Granite City, IL 62040
Enrollment
808
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
808
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,634 of 3,813
In Granite City
#2 of 9
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
Granite City CUSD 9
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Grigsby Intermediate School
Grigsby Intermediate School is a public middle school in Granite City, IL, part of Granite City CUSD 9. Grigsby Intermediate School serves approximately 808 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Grigsby Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,634 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Grigsby Intermediate School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
58% of students at Grigsby Intermediate School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Grigsby Intermediate School — Students at Grigsby Intermediate School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 5 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Grigsby Intermediate School Compares
See how Grigsby Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3801 Cargill Rd, Granite City, IL 62040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grigsby Intermediate School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Madison Jr High School (rated 6.1/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Madison), with a comparable rating. Another option is Collinsville Middle School (rated 4.4/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Collinsville), a more accessible option. Additionally, Coolidge Junior High Sch (rated 4.3/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Granite City, see our Granite City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST ELIZABETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Granite City | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Maryville Elem School Granite City | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| METRO EAST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Granite City | 1.3 mi | — |
| WORD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Granite City | 1.5 mi | — |
| Wilson Elem School Granite City | 1.7 mi | 1.9 |
| Mitchell Elementary School Granite City | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Frohardt Elem School Granite City | 1.7 mi | 2.9 |
| RIVERS OF LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Granite City | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Coolidge Junior High Sch Granite City | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Granite City High School Granite City | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Bernard Long Elem Sch Madison | 4.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Madison Senior High School Madison | 4.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Madison Jr High School Madison | 4.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Prather Elementary School Granite City | 4.2 mi | 2.6 |
| Kreitner Elem School Collinsville | 5.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Venice Elem School Granite City | 5.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Collinsville Middle School Collinsville | 5.8 mi | 4.4 |
| COORDINATED YOUTH & HUMAN SERVICES Granite City | 5.2 mi | 6.6 |
| James Avant Elementary School Washington Pk | 6.5 mi | 6.4 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Collinsville | 5.6 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,558
Median Home Value
$106,600
Median Rent
$852/mo
Population
40,365
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
74.2%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Median Age
39.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blackhawk Middle School Bensenville, IL | 6.5 |
| Eastview Middle School Bartlett, IL | 6.5 |
| Jackson Middle School Villa Park, IL | 6.5 |
| John F Kennedy Middle Sch Plainfield, IL | 6.5 |
| Lincoln Middle School Mount Prospect, IL | 6.5 |
| Alex M Martino Jr High School New Lenox, IL | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grigsby Intermediate School
What grades does Grigsby Intermediate School serve?
Grigsby Intermediate School serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend Grigsby Intermediate School?
Grigsby Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 808 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grigsby Intermediate School?
The student-teacher ratio at Grigsby Intermediate School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grigsby Intermediate School rank in IL?
Grigsby Intermediate School ranks #1,634 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Grigsby Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?
Grigsby Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Grigsby Intermediate School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Grigsby Intermediate School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Grigsby Intermediate School a charter school?
No, Grigsby Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grigsby Intermediate School a Title I school?
No, Grigsby Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grigsby Intermediate School?
67.1% of students at Grigsby Intermediate School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 808
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Madison County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.0%
- Phone
- (618) 931-5544
Resources & Links
District
Granite City CUSD 9- District Enrollment
- 5,775
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,168
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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