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Illinois Mathematics And Science (Ranked Top 1% for 2026) - Aurora, IL

Illinois Mathematics And Science

The Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy, or IMSA, is a three-year residential public secondary education institution in Aurora, Illinois, United States, with an enrollment of approximately 650 students.
Serving 656 students in grades 10-12, Illinois Mathematics And Science ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 10-12
  • Enrollment: 656 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 76%
  • : 93% (Top 20% in IL)
  • : Top 1%
  • : ≥95% (Top 1%)
  • : 95% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Illinois Mathematics And Science ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

School Overview

Illinois Mathematics And Science's student population of 656 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
656 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1985
School Calendar
Campus Size
97 acres

School Rankings

Illinois Mathematics And Science ranks within the top 1% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Illinois Mathematics And Science is 0.67, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
#1 out of 3542 schools
(Top 1%)
≥95%
27%
95%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
Asian
50%
6%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
9%
16%
White
24%
45%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.67
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (05-06)
6%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Titan

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Illinois Mathematics And Science's ranking?
Illinois Mathematics And Science is ranked #1 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Illinois Mathematics And Science?
The graduation rate of Illinois Mathematics And Science is 93%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Illinois Mathematics And Science?
656 students attend Illinois Mathematics And Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Illinois Mathematics And Science students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Illinois Mathematics And Science?
Illinois Mathematics And Science has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Illinois Mathematics And Science offer ?
Illinois Mathematics And Science offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Illinois Mathematics And Science part of?
Illinois Mathematics And Science is part of Il Mathematics & Science Academy School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 10-12
  • Enrollment: 656 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 76%
  • : 93% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 1%
  • : ≥95% (Top 1%)
  • : 95% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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