Summary:
The city of Patoka, Illinois, is home to three schools that serve students from elementary through high school: Patoka Elementary School, Patoka Senior High School, and Patoka Junior High School. These schools are part of the Patoka CUSD 100 district, which is ranked 669 out of 813 in Illinois and rated 1 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger, indicating a low-performing district.
Among the standout schools, Patoka Elementary School stands out for its relatively high proficiency rates in science and strong 5th-grade performance in English Language Arts (ELA). In contrast, Patoka Senior High School impresses with its high four-year graduation rate and low dropout rate, though it lags behind the state in SAT ELA and math proficiency. Across the district, the schools generally underperform the state averages in ELA and math proficiency, with concerning chronic absenteeism rates, particularly at the high school level.
The schools in Patoka serve a predominantly low-income population, with high percentages of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Despite the relatively low student-teacher ratios and higher per-student spending, the schools continue to struggle, suggesting that factors beyond just resource allocation may be at play. Targeted interventions and a focus on evidence-based practices may be necessary to drive meaningful progress and better support the students in Patoka.
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