Summary:
The city of Mendota, Illinois, is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The schools in this area show a mix of strengths and challenges, with some standout performers and others facing significant obstacles.
Northbrook School, the middle school in the district, stands out as a strong performer, ranking 685 out of 1,363 Illinois middle schools and outperforming the district and state averages in English Language Arts proficiency. However, the school underperforms in Mathematics proficiency. In contrast, Mendota Township High School ranks 378 out of 697 Illinois high schools and underperforms the district and state averages in both SAT Mathematics and SAT English Language Arts.
The schools in Mendota face significant socioeconomic challenges, with high rates of free and reduced lunch recipients, particularly at the elementary school level. This is reflected in the district's chronic absenteeism rates, which are a concern, especially at Blackstone Elementary School. While the high school spends more per student, the results suggest that a more comprehensive approach may be needed to address the underlying issues and improve educational outcomes across the Mendota CCSD 289 and Mendota Township HSD 280 districts.
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