Summary:
The city of Lindenwood, Illinois has only one school in the data set - Eswood C C Grade School, an elementary school serving grades K-8 with a total enrollment of 70 students. The school's student population is predominantly white (78.57%), with smaller percentages of Hispanic (12.86%) and students of two or more races (8.57%).
Eswood C C Grade School stands out for its exceptional performance in mathematics, with 80% of 3rd-grade students proficient or better on the IAR exam, significantly outpacing the state average of 33%. However, the school's performance in English Language Arts, while outperforming the state average, saw a significant drop from 3rd to 4th grade, suggesting a need to examine curriculum and support strategies to ensure consistent academic growth across grade levels. The school's statewide ranking has fluctuated over the years, ranging from 549 out of 2,046 Illinois elementary schools in 2015-2016 to 1,413 out of 2,082 in 2021-2022, indicating inconsistent performance or the influence of factors beyond just academic achievement.
The high percentage of students (41.43%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch at Eswood C C Grade School indicates that the school serves a student population with significant economic needs. This may present challenges in terms of resource allocation, student support, and addressing potential barriers to academic success. The school district, Eswood CCSD 269, spent $24,603 per student in the 2022-2023 school year, which is a relatively high level of spending compared to state averages.
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