Summary:
The 60146 zip code is home to two schools: Hiawatha Elementary School PreK-5 and Hiawatha Junior/Senior High School, both part of the Hiawatha CUSD 426 district. While the elementary school appears to be the stronger performer, with higher test scores and a higher statewide ranking, the high school faces some challenges that the district should address.
Hiawatha Elementary School has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger and ranks in the top 50% of elementary schools statewide. It boasts higher proficiency rates on the IAR exams compared to the high school and the state average, as well as a lower chronic absenteeism rate. In contrast, Hiawatha Junior/Senior High School has a 2-star rating and lower test scores on the SAT and IAR exams than the state average.
The data suggests that the district should investigate the root causes behind the high school's lower performance and higher chronic absenteeism rate. Additionally, the significant difference in free/reduced lunch rates between the elementary and high school may warrant further exploration to understand the community's evolving economic status. By leveraging the strengths of the elementary school and addressing the high school's areas of concern, the district can work to improve outcomes across the education system and ensure all students in the 60146 zip code have access to a high-quality education.
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