Summary:
The city of Hoopeston, Illinois is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, operated by the Hoopeston Area CUSD 11 district. While the schools generally underperform compared to state averages, John Greer Elementary School stands out as a relative bright spot, ranking 1126 out of 2067 Illinois elementary schools and outperforming the district and state in academic metrics like ELA and Math proficiency.
In contrast, Hoopeston Area High School maintains a relatively high 91.0% four-year graduation rate, but its test scores are significantly below state averages, with only 9.5% proficiency in Math and 21.6% proficiency in ELA for 11th graders. Chronic absenteeism is also a concern across the district, ranging from 14.7% at John Greer Elementary to 35.0% at Hoopeston Area High School.
The Hoopeston schools serve a population with significant socioeconomic challenges, with 45.56% to 68.17% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. This suggests the district may need to allocate additional resources and support to address the unique needs of these students. Overall, the analysis reveals both strengths and areas for improvement in the Hoopeston school system, highlighting the need for the district to focus on improving educational outcomes and addressing issues like chronic absenteeism and resource allocation.
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