Summary:
The Winchester CUSD 1 district in Illinois serves two schools: Winchester Elementary School and Winchester High School. While Winchester Elementary School has relatively high proficiency rates in 4th grade English Language Arts and Math, it struggles with low 3rd grade proficiency and high chronic absenteeism. In contrast, Winchester High School boasts a strong 90.6% 4-year graduation rate but lags behind state averages in 11th grade SAT performance and also faces high chronic absenteeism.
The data reveals significant differences in academic performance between the two schools. Winchester Elementary School outperforms the state in 4th grade subjects but underperforms in 3rd grade. Meanwhile, Winchester High School falls well below state averages in 11th grade SAT scores. Both schools grapple with high chronic absenteeism rates, which could be an area of concern. Interestingly, the schools also differ in their spending per student and student-teacher ratios, with the elementary school spending more per student and having a higher ratio compared to the high school.
Overall, the Winchester CUSD 1 district presents a mixed picture, with strengths and weaknesses across its two schools. While Winchester Elementary School excels in certain academic areas, it faces challenges with low proficiency in earlier grades and high absenteeism. Conversely, Winchester High School boasts a strong graduation rate but struggles with standardized test performance and chronic absenteeism. Understanding and addressing these nuanced differences will be crucial for the district to support the academic success of all its students.
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