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#1488 of 3,813 schools in IL

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Walker Intermediate School

Middle School · Summit Hill SD 161

19900 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL 60487

Enrollment

527

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

6.7

Grades

5th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,488 of 3,813

In Tinley Park

#9 of 12

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

Summit Hill SD 161

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Walker Intermediate School

6.7/10

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

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About Walker Intermediate School

Walker Intermediate School is a public middle school in Tinley Park, IL, part of Summit Hill SD 161. Walker Intermediate School serves approximately 527 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Walker Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,488 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Walker Intermediate School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,549
Chronic Absenteeism11.4%

Walker Intermediate School — Students at Walker Intermediate School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 51.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.1% (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
90%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
39%
2022
ELA
40%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Walker Intermediate School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
61th percentile in IL
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.4%

Location

19900 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL 60487

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Walker Intermediate School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mokena Jr High School (rated 7.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Mokena), which scores notably higher. Another option is Summit Hill Junior High School (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Frankfort), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Prairie View Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tinley Park, see our Tinley Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Dr Julian Rogus School Frankfort 0.7 mi 7.1
Frankfort Square Elem School Frankfort 0.8 mi 8.0
Indian Trail Elem School Frankfort 1.6 mi 8.5
BOBBIE NOONANS CHILD CARE Frankfort 1.8 mi
LT JOSEPH P KENNEDY JR SCHOOL Tinley Park 1.8 mi 7.9
Summit Hill Junior High School Frankfort 1.7 mi 7.8
Arbury Hills Elem School Mokena 1.5 mi 7.6
TRIPLE R CHILD CARE Mokena 1.6 mi
Millennium Elem School Tinley Park 2.6 mi 8.3
Lincoln-Way East High School Frankfort 2.3 mi 8.0
Chelsea Elem School Frankfort 3.0 mi 8.3
Prairie View Middle School Tinley Park 3.1 mi 7.3
Central Middle School Tinley Park 2.7 mi 6.2
Mokena Jr High School Mokena 2.5 mi 7.9
SOUTHWEST CHICAGO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-TINLEY PARK Tinley Park 3.4 mi 6.2
Christa McAuliffe School Tinley Park 3.3 mi 7.8
Memorial Elem School Tinley Park 3.1 mi 7.4
Virgil I Grissom Middle School Tinley Park 3.7 mi 7.2
Marya Yates Elementary School Matteson 2.8 mi 5.5
Victor J Andrew High School Orland Hills 3.5 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60487 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$137,426

Median Home Value

$339,600

Median Rent

$1,428/mo

Population

25,881

College Educated

45.2%

Homeownership

92.9%

Avg Commute

34.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

41.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Eisenhower Jr High School Darien, IL 6.7
Geneva Middle Sch North Geneva, IL 6.7
Millstadt Consolidated School Millstadt, IL 6.7
Moulton Elementary School Shelbyville, IL 6.7
O W Huth Middle School Matteson, IL 6.7
Waterloo Junior High School Waterloo, IL 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Walker Intermediate School

What grades does Walker Intermediate School serve?

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

How many students attend Walker Intermediate School?

Walker Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 527 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Walker Intermediate School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Walker Intermediate School rank in IL?

Walker Intermediate School ranks #1,488 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Walker Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Walker Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Walker Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Walker Intermediate School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Walker Intermediate School a charter school?

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

Is Walker Intermediate School a Title I school?

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

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

18.4% of students at Walker 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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Free/Reduced Lunch
18.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Will County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.4%

District

Summit Hill SD 161
District Enrollment
2,398
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,549
District Rank
#6 of 6

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