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Harmony Intermediate Center

Middle School · Harmony Emge SD 175

7401 Westchester Dr, Belleville, IL 62223

Enrollment

205

Student-Teacher

20.5:1

Score

6.4

Grades

4th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,730 of 3,813

In Belleville

#2 of 20

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Harmony Emge SD 175

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Harmony Intermediate Center

6.4/10

Middle School in Belleville · grades 4th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.6/10

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4.6/10

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About Harmony Intermediate Center

Harmony Intermediate Center is a public middle school in Belleville, IL, part of Harmony Emge SD 175. Harmony Intermediate Center serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Harmony Intermediate Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,730 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Harmony Intermediate Center show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • IL avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Harmony Intermediate Center runs 20.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-1.84 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)17% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment1.9Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,876
Chronic Absenteeism27.3%

Harmony Intermediate Center — Students at Harmony Intermediate Center score 17% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 15.6% (multi-year average, 2015-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 26.4% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 15 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2015
Math
19%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
19%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
11%
ELA
18%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
18%
2022
ELA
23%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Harmony Intermediate Center Compares

See how Harmony Intermediate Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
55th percentile in IL
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
1.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.3%

Location

7401 Westchester Dr, Belleville, IL 62223

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harmony Intermediate Center may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Wolf Branch Middle School (rated 8.1/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Swansea), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Jr High School (rated 5.5/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Emge Junior High School (rated 4.6/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in Belleville, see our Belleville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Emge Junior High School Belleville 0.0 mi 4.6
Ellis Elem School Belleville 0.8 mi 4.6
OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL Belleville 1.1 mi 7.5
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Belleville 1.7 mi 7.3
ALTHOFF CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Belleville 1.4 mi 6.8
Signal Hill Elem School Belleville 1.9 mi 6.0
ASP2 STEAM ACADEMY INC Belleville 1.8 mi 7.2
Belleville High School-West Belleville 2.3 mi 5.6
JTC BOYS ACADEMY Centreville 2.6 mi
West Jr High School Belleville 2.5 mi 5.5
Abraham Lincoln Elem School Belleville 2.5 mi 3.3
Katie Harper-Wright Elem East Saint Louis 3.3 mi 5.9
Union Elem School Belleville 2.9 mi 5.8
SISTER THEA BOWMAN East Saint Louis 3.6 mi 7.0
Lalumier Elem School Centreville 2.9 mi 3.8
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY OF BELLEVILLE Belleville 3.5 mi 4.8
Wolf Branch Middle School Swansea 3.3 mi 8.1
Grant Middle School Fairview Heights 3.8 mi 4.5
Henry Raab Elem School Belleville 3.9 mi 4.2
Wolf Branch Elem School Swansea 3.7 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62223 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,620

Median Home Value

$149,600

Median Rent

$1,026/mo

Population

16,269

College Educated

33.2%

Homeownership

76.3%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

13.3%

Median Age

43

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Carthage Middle School Carthage, IL 6.4
Chillicothe Jr High Chillicothe, IL 6.4
Crestwood Jr High School Paris, IL 6.4
Mary Miller Junior High School Georgetown, IL 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harmony Intermediate Center

What grades does Harmony Intermediate Center serve?

Harmony Intermediate Center serves students in grades 4th through 6th.

How many students attend Harmony Intermediate Center?

Harmony Intermediate Center has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harmony Intermediate Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Harmony Intermediate Center is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harmony Intermediate Center rank in IL?

Harmony Intermediate Center ranks #1,730 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Harmony Intermediate Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Harmony Intermediate Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Harmony Intermediate Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harmony Intermediate Center has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

Is Harmony Intermediate Center a charter school?

No, Harmony Intermediate Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Harmony Intermediate Center a Title I school?

No, Harmony Intermediate Center is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harmony Intermediate Center?

71.2% of students at Harmony Intermediate Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Clair County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.3%

District

Harmony Emge SD 175
District Enrollment
695
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,876
District Rank
#1 of 3

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