Summary:
The city of Great Lakes, Illinois is home to two elementary schools: LEARN Charter School 6 N Chicago Campus and Forrestal Elementary School. While both schools serve students in the North Chicago School District 187, the data analysis reveals significant performance differences between the two.
LEARN Charter School 6 N Chicago Campus stands out as the top performer, consistently ranking higher in the statewide SchoolDigger rankings, outperforming the district and state averages on standardized tests, and maintaining a lower chronic absenteeism rate. In contrast, Forrestal Elementary School struggles, with lower test scores, higher chronic absenteeism, and a much higher rate of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.
The data also highlights the broader challenges facing the North Chicago School District 187, which is ranked 676 out of 813 districts in Illinois and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger. While the charter school model appears to be more effective in this context, the systemic issues within the district suggest that a comprehensive, district-level approach may be necessary to address the educational inequities and improve outcomes for all students in the Great Lakes area.
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