Odin PSD 722

The Odin PSD 722 district in Illinois operates two schools: Odin Attendance Center K-8 and Odin Attendance Center 9-12. Both schools are performing well below state averages on key metrics like test scores, graduation rates, and chronic absenteeism, suggesting systemic challenges in the district.

The data shows that both Odin Attendance Center K-8 and Odin Attendance Center 9-12 have significantly lower proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics compared to the state averages. For example, the 3rd grade ELA proficiency rate at Odin Attendance Center K-8 was just 7.7% in 2023-2024, compared to the state average of 30.6%. The high school also struggles, with 0% proficiency in Math and only 4.3% proficiency in ELA for 11th graders in the same year.

Other concerning metrics include the high school's 4-year graduation rate of 78.9%, which is lower than the state average, and the district's high chronic absenteeism rates, with Odin Attendance Center K-8 at 22.5% and Odin Attendance Center 9-12 at 29.3% in 2023-2024. Additionally, both schools have very high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting significant socioeconomic challenges in the community. Despite the relatively high spending per student and low student-teacher ratios, the schools are not seeing commensurate improvements in student outcomes, indicating that factors beyond just funding and staffing may need to be addressed.