Summary:
The 60152 zip code area is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals a standout performer in Riley Community Cons School, which ranks in the top 326 elementary schools in Illinois and boasts the highest proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics across all grade levels compared to the other schools in the area. In contrast, Marengo High School has seen a decline in its statewide ranking over the past few years, dropping from 109th in 2021-2022 to 259th in 2023-2024, despite maintaining a 4-star rating.
The data also reveals significant variations in key metrics across the schools. Riley Community Cons School stands out with a low chronic absenteeism rate of 11%, while Marengo High School has a higher rate of 27.6%. Proficiency rates in Math and English Language Arts also vary, with Riley Community Cons School significantly outperforming the district and state averages, while Marengo High School lags behind.
The data also reveals differences in student demographics and funding levels across the schools. Free/reduced lunch rates range from 26.67% at Riley Community Cons School to 53.46% at Locust Elementary School, suggesting varying levels of economic disadvantage within the community. Spending per student also varies significantly, from $10,950 at Locust Elementary to $18,866 at Marengo High School.
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