Summary:
The city of Mount Zion, Illinois is home to 5 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The data reveals several standout schools in the district, with Mt Zion High School consistently ranking among the top high schools in Illinois and Mt Zion Intermediate School excelling in science proficiency.
Mt Zion High School stands out for its strong academic performance, with students outperforming the state average in SAT/ELA and ISA/Science assessments. The school also maintains a high 4-year graduation rate of 96.3% and a low dropout rate of 1.6%. In contrast, Mt Zion Junior High School students struggle in IAR/Math compared to the state average, indicating a need for improvement at the middle school level.
Across the district, there is variation in student demographics and economic factors, with free and reduced-price lunch rates ranging from 21.63% at Mt Zion High School to 32.46% at McGaughey Elementary School. Understanding how these socioeconomic factors impact academic performance could provide valuable insights for the Mt Zion CUSD 3 district to address and support all students effectively.
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