Summary:
The Midland CUSD 7 district in Illinois consists of three schools: Midland Elementary School, Midland Middle School, and Midland High School. The data analysis reveals that Midland Middle School is the standout performer in the district, consistently ranking in the top 25% of Illinois middle schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Midland Middle School's test scores are impressive, with over 50% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 40% in Mathematics across all grades. Additionally, the school's science proficiency rates are significantly higher than the state average. In contrast, Midland Elementary School and Midland High School have more average performance, with Midland Elementary School's test scores falling below the district and state averages and Midland High School's performance being mixed, with strong results in science proficiency but lower scores in mathematics and English Language Arts.
The data also reveals high chronic absenteeism rates across all three schools, with the middle and high schools exceeding 20%. Additionally, the district has a significant population of economically disadvantaged students, with free and reduced lunch rates ranging from 43% at the elementary school to over 50% at the middle and high schools. Understanding and addressing these challenges could help the district improve educational outcomes for all students.
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