North Boone CUSD 200

The North Boone CUSD 200 district in Illinois serves students from 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and struggling schools, with Poplar Grove Elementary and Manchester Elementary standing out as the top-performing schools in the district, while Capron Elementary faces challenges.

Poplar Grove Elementary and Manchester Elementary both earn 4 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger and have impressive test scores, particularly in math and English Language Arts, outperforming the district and state averages. In contrast, Capron Elementary struggles with lower test scores and higher rates of chronic absenteeism. The district as a whole faces concerns around graduation rates, dropout rates, and high levels of economically disadvantaged students, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 35.95% to 48.26% across the schools.

The data also reveals significant variation in per-student spending, from $14,358 at North Boone High School to $16,302 at Poplar Grove Elementary, suggesting potential funding inequities that may be contributing to the performance gaps between schools. Overall, the North Boone CUSD 200 district faces a mix of challenges and successes, with a need for targeted interventions and support to ensure all students have access to a high-quality education.