Summary:
The city of Prospect Heights, Illinois is home to 4 schools, including 3 elementary schools (Dwight D Eisenhower, Betsy Ross, and Anne Sullivan) and 1 middle school (MacArthur Middle School). The data reveals that MacArthur Middle School and Anne Sullivan Elementary School are the standout performers, consistently ranking in the top 25% and 20% of Illinois schools, respectively, over the past 3 years.
MacArthur Middle School boasts impressive test scores, with 59.1% of students proficient or better in ELA and 52% in Math, significantly outperforming the Prospect Heights School District 23 and state averages. The school also maintains a low chronic absenteeism rate of 11.6% and has high spending per student at $17,545. In contrast, Betsy Ross Elementary School struggles with lower test scores, with only 39.3% of students proficient or better in ELA and 42.7% in Math, compared to the district averages of 52.9% and 49%, respectively.
The data also reveals variations in performance among the elementary schools, with Anne Sullivan Elementary School performing well and Betsy Ross Elementary School underperforming. This highlights the need for a closer examination of the factors contributing to these differences, such as resource allocation, teaching quality, and student demographics. Additionally, the relatively high chronic absenteeism rates, particularly at Betsy Ross Elementary School, suggest a need to investigate the underlying causes and implement strategies to improve student attendance.
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