Summary:
The city of Crestwood, Illinois is home to 4 schools, including 3 elementary schools and 1 middle school. The data reveals some standout schools, as well as areas for improvement across the district.
Nathan Hale Middle School has shown improvement in its statewide ranking and has stronger proficiency rates in English Language Arts compared to the district and state averages, particularly in 8th grade. The school also has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 10.3. Meanwhile, Nathan Hale Intermediate has a lower chronic absenteeism rate and its English Language Arts proficiency rates are closer to the district and state averages.
However, the district as a whole faces some challenges. Chronic absenteeism rates are relatively high across the schools, ranging from 19.5% to 26.3%. Proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics are generally lower than the Cook County School District 130 and state averages. The schools also have high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student populations. Exploring the factors that contribute to the middle school's stronger performance could provide insights into effective strategies to support student success across the district.
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