Summary:
The city of Sterling, Illinois is home to 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, all part of the Sterling CUSD 5 district. While the district faces some challenges, a few standout schools shine, including Washington Elementary School, which has the highest overall performance on state assessments and the lowest chronic absenteeism rate.
Across the district, student performance on state assessments is generally below state averages, with the exception of Washington Elementary. Challand Middle School and Lincoln Elementary School have particularly low proficiency rates in Mathematics. However, Franklin Elementary School stands out with the lowest student-teacher ratio and spending per student in the district.
Sterling High School has a graduation rate slightly below the state average and a dropout rate slightly above, indicating a need to examine factors contributing to this trend. Overall, the data highlights both strengths and areas for improvement within the Sterling school district, and addressing underlying factors will be crucial for driving better outcomes for all students.
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