Summary:
The Quincy School District 172 in Illinois consists of 8 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district serves a diverse student population with high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 50.78% at the high school to 76.66% at the Early Childhood center.
Among the standout schools in the district, Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School emerges as the top performer, with the highest proficiency rates on state assessments in English Language Arts (41.9%), Mathematics (29.2%), and Science (66.3%). In contrast, Quincy Senior High School has a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 80.2% but struggles with test scores, with only 17.1% proficient or better in Math and 23.5% in English Language Arts.
The district faces significant disparities in performance between its schools, with the high-needs student population likely contributing to the overall lower academic achievement. Addressing chronic absenteeism, which ranges from 18.1% to 40.8% across the schools, and ensuring equitable allocation of resources will be crucial priorities for the Quincy School District 172 moving forward.
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