Summary:
The Rockford School District 205 in Illinois is home to 5 high schools serving grades 9-12. The data reveals significant performance disparities between these schools, with some standouts and others struggling to meet academic benchmarks.
Auburn High School is the top performer, ranking 307 out of 697 Illinois high schools and boasting the highest test scores in the district. Guilford High School also stands out, with the second-highest statewide ranking, the best graduation rate, and above-average test scores. In contrast, Jefferson High School and Rockford East High School lag behind, with lower test scores, graduation rates, and statewide rankings.
Across the district, chronic absenteeism is a significant issue, with rates ranging from 49.2% to 56.6%. Socioeconomic factors also appear to play a role, as schools with higher percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch tend to have lower academic performance. Roosevelt Center, the smallest school with only 63 students, has the highest free/reduced lunch rate at 80.95% and may face unique challenges due to its size and demographics.
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