Summary:
The 61801 zip code area of Urbana, Illinois is home to 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. This data set provides a comprehensive look at the academic performance, student demographics, and financial information for these schools.
The standout school in this area is the University of Illinois High School, which is part of the University of Ill Lab School district. This public high school has exceptional academic performance, with 98.3% of 11th-grade students proficient or better in SAT Mathematics and 96.6% proficient or better in SAT English Language Arts. In contrast, the other high school in the area, Urbana High School, has significantly lower academic performance, with only 16.3% of 11th-grade students proficient or better in SAT Mathematics and 22.6% proficient or better in SAT English Language Arts.
Among the elementary and middle schools, Leal Elementary School stands out with stronger academic performance compared to the other schools in the Urbana School District 116. However, the data also reveals high chronic absenteeism rates across all the schools, ranging from 25.8% at Leal Elementary to 53.5% at Urbana High School. This is a concerning trend that likely impacts student learning and achievement. The wide achievement gaps between the schools, particularly in the elementary and middle school grades, suggest that the district may need to re-evaluate its curriculum, instructional practices, and support systems to ensure more equitable outcomes for all students.
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