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#3472 of 3,813 schools in IL

Minooka Intermediate School

Middle School · Minooka CCSD 201

321 W McEvilly Rd, Minooka, IL 60447

Enrollment

963

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

4.1

Grades

5th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,472 of 3,813

In Minooka

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

Minooka CCSD 201

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Minooka Intermediate School

4.1/10

Middle School in Minooka · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Minooka Primary Center

5.4/10

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4.2/10

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About Minooka Intermediate School

Minooka Intermediate School is a public middle school in Minooka, IL, part of Minooka CCSD 201. Minooka Intermediate School serves approximately 963 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Minooka Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,472 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Minooka Intermediate School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.2
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.7Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,808
Chronic Absenteeism16.7%

Minooka Intermediate School — Students at Minooka Intermediate School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
95%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
30%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
26%
2022
ELA
29%

* 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: 2.7/10.

How Minooka Intermediate School Compares

See how Minooka Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.1/10
9th percentile in IL
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
61 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

Location

321 W McEvilly Rd, Minooka, IL 60447

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Minooka Intermediate School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Troy Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Plainfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Channahon Junior High School (rated 7.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Channahon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Orenic Intermediate School (rated 7.1/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Plainfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Minooka, see our Minooka schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Minooka Primary Center Minooka 0.0 mi 5.4
Minooka Elem School Minooka 0.2 mi 4.2
Minooka Community High School Minooka 0.6 mi 5.4
Minooka Jr High School Minooka 0.7 mi 4.3
Aux Sable Minooka 2.1 mi 4.1
Three Rivers School Channahon 1.9 mi 6.6
Pioneer Path Channahon 2.8 mi 8.3
Channahon Junior High School Channahon 2.7 mi 7.3
N B Galloway Elem School Channahon 2.9 mi 9.3
FAMILIES OF FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Channahon 3.0 mi 6.4
Walnut Trails Elem School Shorewood 4.3 mi 7.5
Jones Elementary School Joliet 5.4 mi 4.7
Troy Shorewood School Shorewood 5.5 mi 7.5
Troy Hofer Elem Sch Shorewood 6.4 mi 8.0
TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shorewood 6.3 mi 7.0
Orenic Intermediate School Plainfield 6.7 mi 7.1
Thomas Jefferson Elem Sch Joliet 6.9 mi 6.1
Troy Middle School Plainfield 6.7 mi 7.7
Charles Reed Elementary Sch Plainfield 7.0 mi 5.2
Aux Sable Middle Sch Joliet 7.0 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60447 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,039

Median Home Value

$295,400

Median Rent

$1,525/mo

Population

16,099

College Educated

26.2%

Homeownership

90.7%

Avg Commute

33.2 min

Poverty Rate

2.2%

Median Age

35.4

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Geneseo Middle School Geneseo, IL 4.1
Glenwood Intermediate Sch Chatham, IL 4.1
Liberty Junior High School Burbank, IL 4.1
Tefft Middle School Streamwood, IL 4.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Minooka Intermediate School

What grades does Minooka Intermediate School serve?

Minooka Intermediate School serves students in grades 5th through 6th.

How many students attend Minooka Intermediate School?

Minooka Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 963 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Minooka Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Minooka Intermediate School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Minooka Intermediate School rank in IL?

Minooka Intermediate School ranks #3,472 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Minooka Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Minooka Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Minooka Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Minooka Intermediate School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Minooka Intermediate School a charter school?

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

Is Minooka Intermediate School a Title I school?

No, Minooka Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Minooka Intermediate School?

29.1% of students at Minooka 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
963
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
61
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Grundy County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

District

Minooka CCSD 201
District Enrollment
4,457
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,808
District Rank
#6 of 7

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