Summary:
The Georgetown-Ridge Farm CUD 4 district in Illinois serves 3 schools, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals a mix of strengths and challenges across the district, with some standout performance at Mary Miller Junior High School contrasting with areas for improvement at other schools.
Mary Miller Junior High School stands out as the top performer in the district, with the highest overall proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics. The school's 8th grade students also outperform the district and state averages in both subjects. In contrast, Pine Crest Elementary School has seen a decline in its statewide ranking and has significantly lower proficiency rates compared to the state, particularly in Mathematics.
Across the district, high chronic absenteeism rates and elevated free/reduced lunch percentages suggest significant economic challenges faced by the student population. While the district spends more per student than the state average, the data indicates a need for targeted interventions to address achievement gaps and improve student outcomes, especially at Georgetown-Ridge Farm High School, which has lower overall proficiency rates compared to the state. Understanding the factors contributing to the success at Mary Miller Junior High School could provide valuable insights for the district to replicate across other schools.
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