Summary:
The 61603 zip code area of Peoria, Illinois is home to 3 schools: 2 elementary schools (Lincoln School and Glen Oak Community Learning Center) and 1 middle school (Von Steuben Middle School). These schools face significant challenges, with consistently low academic performance, high poverty and absenteeism rates, and poor overall rankings compared to state and district averages.
Among the 3 schools, Von Steuben Middle School stands out as the highest performer, with the best proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science. However, even Von Steuben's performance lags behind state and district averages. The elementary schools, Lincoln School and Glen Oak Community Learning Center, have even lower proficiency rates across all subjects, with less than 10% of students meeting or exceeding standards in many grade levels.
Across all 3 schools, high rates of poverty, as measured by free and reduced-price lunch eligibility, and chronic absenteeism are significant concerns that likely contribute to the academic challenges. The schools are ranked in the bottom half of their respective school types in Peoria School District 150 and have a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating they are among the lowest-performing schools in the state. Addressing these issues will require a comprehensive approach to support the students and families in this community.
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