School District U-46

School District U-46 in Illinois serves 51 schools, including 38 elementary schools, 8 middle schools, and 5 high schools. The district as a whole is ranked 578 out of 813 in Illinois and is rated 1 star out of 5 by SchoolDigger. However, a closer look at the data reveals some standout schools within the district.

Bartlett High School is the highest ranked high school in the district, ranking 205 out of 697 Illinois high schools and rated 4 stars. It has a strong 94.1% four-year graduation rate and test scores that significantly outperform the district and state averages. In contrast, other high schools in the district have graduation rates ranging from 82.5% at Elgin High School to 94.1% at Bartlett High School. At the elementary level, Centennial School and Sycamore Trails Elementary School are the highest ranked, both rated 4 stars with significantly higher proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics compared to the district and state.

While some schools in School District U-46 are performing well, the district as a whole lags behind state averages on key metrics like test scores and chronic absenteeism. Many schools also have high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating significant economic challenges. These disparities in performance and socioeconomic factors suggest the need for targeted interventions and support to improve outcomes across the district.