MT ZION INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

Mt Zion Intermediate School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Mt Zion CUSD 3 school district, located in Mount Zion, IL with about 564 students offering grade levels from 4th Grade to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, Mt Zion Intermediate School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Mt. Zion Intermediate School, located at 310 S. Henderson St. in Mount Zion, Illinois, serves as a vital component of the Mt. Zion Community Unit School District #3. Typically catering to students in the upper elementary grades (generally grades 3–5), the school focuses on bridging the gap between foundational primary education and the more complex academic structure of middle school. The institution emphasizes a supportive learning environment designed to foster both academic growth and social-emotional development, ensuring students build the necessary skills to succeed as they transition into higher grade levels.

As part of a district known for its community-oriented approach, the school benefits from a close-knit environment where parental involvement and local support are highly encouraged. The curriculum is aligned with state standards and integrates core subjects like mathematics, literacy, and science with enrichment opportunities that help round out the student experience. By maintaining a focus on character development and student engagement, Mt. Zion Intermediate School strives to provide a stable, high-quality educational foundation for the youth of the Mount Zion community.

For more information, contact Mt Zion Intermediate School at (217) 864-2921 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.