Summary:
The city of Morris, Illinois is home to a diverse set of 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals stark differences in school performance, with some schools like Nettle Creek Elementary School and Saratoga Elementary School consistently ranking among the top schools in the state, while others like White Oak Elementary lag behind.
Morris Community High School stands out as a high-performing institution, with a 93.2% 4-year graduation rate and low dropout rate of 1.6%. The school's test scores also exceed state averages, indicating a strong academic program. In contrast, Nettle Creek Elementary and Saratoga Elementary have particularly impressive performance, with proficiency rates well above state levels and low chronic absenteeism rates.
The data suggests that school size and student-teacher ratios may play a role in academic success, with the smallest school, Nettle Creek Elementary, delivering the strongest results. Additionally, there appears to be a correlation between socioeconomic status, as measured by free/reduced lunch eligibility, and school performance, with the higher-performing schools serving fewer students from low-income families. Overall, the schools in Morris, Illinois present a complex landscape, with pockets of excellence alongside areas in need of improvement, as the Morris CHSD 101, Saratoga CCSD 60C, Morris School District 54, and Nettle Creek CCSD 24C districts work to ensure equitable access to high-quality education for all students.
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