Summary:
The city of Worth, Illinois is home to 3 schools - 2 elementary schools (Worth Elementary School and Worthwoods Elementary School) and 1 middle school (Worth Junior High School) - all part of the Worth School District 127. The data reveals a mix of strengths and challenges across these schools, with some standout performance as well as areas needing improvement.
Worth Junior High School emerges as the top performer, ranking 391 out of 1,363 Illinois middle schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. It outperformed the district and state averages in English Language Arts proficiency. Worthwoods Elementary School also stood out, with strong Science proficiency and 5th-grade English Language Arts results. However, all three schools struggled with Mathematics proficiency, scoring well below district and state averages.
Across the schools, high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 65% to 72%, indicate significant socioeconomic challenges. Chronic absenteeism is also a concern, with rates between 31% and 36%. While Worth Junior High School shows promise, the district as a whole faces obstacles that require targeted interventions and resource allocation to improve overall student outcomes.
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