Summary:
The AlWood CUSD 225 district in Illinois operates two schools: AlWood Elementary School and AlWood Middle/High School. While the elementary school maintains a consistent 3-star rating, the middle/high school has fluctuated between 2 and 3 stars, suggesting more variability in its performance.
Both schools struggle with Mathematics proficiency, with scores well below the state averages across grade levels. However, AlWood Elementary School performs better in English Language Arts, with 5th-grade students scoring closer to the state average. In contrast, AlWood Middle/High School's English Language Arts scores are closer to the state averages, but Mathematics scores remain significantly lower.
The high chronic absenteeism rates at both schools, which are above the state average, may be impacting academic performance. Additionally, the relatively low-income student populations, as indicated by the high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, suggest that the district may need to address socioeconomic factors that could be contributing to the academic challenges faced by these schools.
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