Summary:
The Norwood Education Service District 63 in Illinois is home to two schools: Norwood Primary School, an elementary school, and Norwood Elementary School, a middle school. The data analysis reveals a stark contrast in academic performance between the two schools, with Norwood Elementary School demonstrating significantly stronger results across multiple subject areas and grade levels.
Norwood Elementary School, the middle school, stands out as the stronger performer, with a higher 3-star statewide ranking from SchoolDigger compared to the 1-star rating for Norwood Primary School. Norwood Elementary School outperforms the district and state averages in English Language Arts and Science proficiency, and its Mathematics proficiency rates are higher than the district average, though still below the state average. In contrast, Norwood Primary School's proficiency rates are significantly below the state and district averages in both English Language Arts and Mathematics.
The analysis also raises questions about equity and the district's ability to provide high-quality education to all students, as both schools serve a predominantly economically disadvantaged student population with high rates of free and reduced-price lunch eligibility. Additionally, the high chronic absenteeism rates, particularly at Norwood Elementary School, indicate potential issues with student engagement and attendance that may be impacting academic outcomes. While the consistent spending per student at both schools suggests that resource allocation may not be the primary driver of the performance differences, the data highlights the need for the district to address these challenges and ensure equitable access to a high-quality education for all students.
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