Summary:
The Harlem UD 122 school district in Illinois serves 11 schools, including 9 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals significant variation in academic performance across the district, with some standout schools like Olson Park Elementary School and Ralston Elementary School consistently outperforming the district and state averages on standardized tests. In contrast, schools like Maple Elementary and Windsor Elementary are struggling academically.
The district-wide proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics are significantly below the state averages, with only 27.9% and 20.3% of students proficient or better, respectively. However, Harlem High School stands out with a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 85% and a low dropout rate of 3.1%. The data also reveals a concerning trend of high chronic absenteeism rates, particularly at the high school level, which may be contributing to the overall low academic performance in the district.
The data suggests that socioeconomic factors play a significant role in student outcomes, as the schools with the highest percentages of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch tend to have the lowest academic performance. While the district faces significant challenges, the data also reveals pockets of success, indicating that there may be opportunities for improvement district-wide by understanding the factors that contribute to the success of the higher-performing schools.
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