Summary:
The 60004 zip code area is home to 9 schools, including 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, spread across two different school districts - Arlington Heights School District 25 and Wheeling CCSD 21. The data reveals a stark contrast in school performance, with the John Hersey High School, Greenbrier Elementary School, and Ivy Hill Elementary School consistently outperforming the state and district averages on key metrics like test scores, graduation rates, and chronic absenteeism.
In contrast, the Edgar A Poe Elementary School and J W Riley Elementary School, which are part of the Wheeling CCSD 21 district, lag behind on these measures. The data suggests a potential correlation between socioeconomic factors, as indicated by free/reduced lunch rates, and school performance, with the schools in the Wheeling CCSD 21 district having higher free/reduced lunch rates and lower overall performance.
The variation in spending per student across the schools, with some schools spending significantly more than others, is an important factor to consider in understanding the resources available to support student learning and school operations. Overall, the data provides a comprehensive overview of the schools in the 60004 zip code area, highlighting the standout performers, key metrics, and interesting insights that can inform decision-making and resource allocation to support student success.
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