Summary:
The Astoria CUSD 1 district in Illinois has just one elementary school, Astoria Elementary School, which serves grades PK-5 with an enrollment of 130 students. While the school stands out for its strong 5th grade science performance and low student-teacher ratio, it faces challenges with high chronic absenteeism and inconsistent academic outcomes across grade levels.
Astoria Elementary School's 5th grade students have shown impressive proficiency in science, with 83.3% scoring proficient or better on the ISA assessment, far exceeding the state average of 52.4%. Additionally, the school boasts a very low student-teacher ratio of 8.8, which could contribute to more individualized attention for students. However, the school's overall academic performance is mixed, with ELA and math proficiency rates generally below state averages, except for 5th grade ELA where the school outperformed the state.
Despite the school's relatively high spending of $14,550 per student, its academic outcomes have been inconsistent, and the school's statewide ranking has declined significantly in recent years. Additionally, the school faces a high chronic absenteeism rate of 28.6%, which could be an area of concern. Understanding the factors behind these challenges and the school's inconsistent performance across grade levels could provide valuable insights to support improvements and better serve the students of Astoria CUSD 1.
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