Summary:
The CUSD 3 Fulton County school district in Illinois has only one middle school, Cuba Middle School, which serves students in grades 6-8. While the school's science proficiency rates are above the state and district averages, its performance in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics has been generally lower than the state and district benchmarks.
Over the past three years, Cuba Middle School's statewide ranking has declined, from 695 out of 1,369 Illinois middle schools in 2021-2022 to 818 out of 1,363 in 2023-2024, with a 2-star rating out of 5. The school's ELA proficiency rates are higher than the district average in 8th grade but lower in 6th and 7th grades, while its Mathematics proficiency rates are lower than the state and district averages across all grades. However, the school's per-student spending is higher than the state average, and its student-teacher ratio is relatively low, suggesting a focus on providing additional resources and support for students.
The high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at Cuba Middle School (48.28%) may be a contributing factor to the school's academic performance, as research has shown that socioeconomic status can significantly impact student outcomes. Exploring the relationship between the school's demographics, resource allocation, and academic outcomes could provide valuable insights to guide future improvement efforts.
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