Summary:
The 62449 zip code in Illinois is home to two schools: Oblong Elementary School and Oblong High School, both part of the Oblong CUSD 4 district. While Oblong High School performs relatively well, with a 3-star rating and a 84.2% 4-year graduation rate, Oblong Elementary School struggles academically, ranking 1387 out of 2067 Illinois elementary schools and scoring below the state averages in both English Language Arts and Mathematics.
Oblong Elementary School faces challenges, including a high chronic absenteeism rate of 18.4% and a student population with a significant percentage (52.16%) of free/reduced lunch recipients. In contrast, Oblong High School has a lower percentage (42.6%) of free/reduced lunch recipients, but still lags behind the state averages in SAT test scores. Both schools serve relatively small student populations, with Oblong Elementary School enrolling 370 students and Oblong High School enrolling 169 students.
The data suggests that the schools in the 62449 zip code could benefit from targeted interventions and support to address academic performance, attendance, and socioeconomic challenges. Continued monitoring and analysis of the schools' progress over time will be crucial to identify areas for improvement and implement effective strategies to ensure all students in the community have access to a quality education.
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