Summary:
The A-C Central CUSD 262 district in Illinois serves students from 3 schools - 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school. While the A-C Central Elementary School has seen a significant decline in its statewide ranking, it still maintains relatively strong test scores, particularly in 4th-grade English Language Arts and Mathematics. In contrast, the A-C Central High School has maintained a stronger statewide ranking, though its test scores in Mathematics and English Language Arts are significantly below the state averages. The A-C Central Middle School has the lowest statewide ranking among the three, with test scores in both English Language Arts and Mathematics well below the district and state averages.
Key metrics across the district reveal some concerning trends. The high school has the highest chronic absenteeism rate at 33.3%, which can negatively impact student learning. Additionally, the middle school has the highest free and reduced lunch rate at 55.95%, suggesting that socioeconomic challenges may be impacting academic achievement. The data also highlights significant disparities in academic performance between the schools, with the elementary school outperforming the middle and high schools in many areas.
Overall, the data provides a comprehensive overview of the schools within the A-C Central CUSD 262 district, highlighting both strengths and areas for improvement. By closely examining the key metrics and identifying standout schools, district leaders can develop targeted strategies to address the unique challenges faced by each school and work towards improving educational outcomes for all students.
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