Summary:
The 61342 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. While the schools serve a high-need population, with over 50% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, their academic performance varies significantly.
Northbrook School, the middle school, stands out as a relative bright spot, outperforming the district and state averages in English Language Arts (ELA) proficiency. However, the school struggles in mathematics, with only 17.5% of students proficient or better, compared to 16.8% for the district and 28.4% for the state. In contrast, Mendota Township High School performed below the state average in both SAT Mathematics and ELA.
Chronic absenteeism rates are a concern across the schools, ranging from 15.7% at Lincoln Elementary School to 31.1% at Blackstone Elementary School. These high rates can significantly impact student learning and academic outcomes. The data suggests that the schools in the 61342 zip code area could benefit from targeted interventions and support to address the academic performance gaps and high rates of chronic absenteeism, with the goal of improving student outcomes.
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