Summary:
The city of Rochester, 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 a mix of strong and average performing schools in the district, with Rochester High School standing out as a top performer in the area.
Rochester High School is ranked 150th out of 699 Illinois high schools and maintains an impressive 92.4% four-year graduation rate along with a low 1.8% dropout rate. The school also performs well on standardized tests, with 34.1% of 11th graders proficient or better in SAT English Language Arts and 57% proficient or better in ISA Science. In contrast, the middle schools in the district show more mixed results, with Rochester Junior High School standing out with 59.2% of 8th graders proficient or better in IAR English Language Arts, while other grades lag behind state averages.
The elementary schools in the Rochester CUSD 3A district have relatively high rates of free/reduced-price lunch recipients, which may indicate a need for additional resources and support for these students. Additionally, the significant variation in spending per student, from $6,656 to $14,356, suggests potential inequities in resource allocation across the district that may impact student outcomes. Overall, the data provides a comprehensive view of the schools in Rochester, Illinois, highlighting both strengths and areas for improvement as district leaders work to support student success across all grade levels.
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