Summary:
The 61832 zip code area of Danville, Illinois is home to 7 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. While the schools in the Danville CCSD 118 district generally perform below state averages, Northeast Elementary Magnet School stands out as a high-performing institution with significantly higher proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics compared to the district and state.
The data reveals stark differences in performance between Northeast Elementary Magnet School and the other schools in the district. Northeast Elementary Magnet School has the highest statewide school ranking, with a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger, and its proficiency rates exceed 50% in some grade levels and subject areas. In contrast, the other schools in the district struggle, with proficiency rates ranging from around 5-20% in Math and 10-30% in English Language Arts. Additionally, Northeast Elementary Magnet School has the lowest chronic absenteeism rate in the district at 4.6%, while the other schools range from 31.3% to 45.5%.
Despite the relatively high spending per student across the district, ranging from $17,227 to $22,655 per student, the academic performance remains below state averages. This suggests that simply increasing funding may not be the sole solution, and the district should examine how resources are being utilized and the effectiveness of its educational programs. The standout performance of Northeast Elementary Magnet School provides a potential model for improvement that the district could explore further, and addressing the root causes of chronic absenteeism may also be a crucial step in enhancing the educational outcomes for students in the Danville CCSD 118 district.
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