Serving 344 students in grades 4-5, Meadowbrook Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meadowbrook Intermediate School's student population of 344 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
344 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Whatever It Takes
School Rankings
Meadowbrook Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadowbrook Intermediate School is 0.22, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1677 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
88%
45%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadowbrook Intermediate School's ranking?
Meadowbrook Intermediate School is ranked #1677 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Meadowbrook Intermediate School?
344 students attend Meadowbrook Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Meadowbrook Intermediate School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadowbrook Intermediate School?
Meadowbrook Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Meadowbrook Intermediate School offer ?
Meadowbrook Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Meadowbrook Intermediate School part of?
Meadowbrook Intermediate School is part of Bethalto CUSD 8 School District.
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