Summary:
The 62521 zip code area of Decatur, Illinois is home to 5 schools, including 4 elementary schools and 1 high school, all part of the Decatur School District 61. This district is ranked 806 out of 813 in Illinois and is rated 0 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger, indicating significant challenges across the schools in this area.
Despite the district's overall low performance, a few schools stand out as relatively stronger. American Dreamer STEM Academy had the highest performance on standardized tests, with 9.1% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and stronger math performance than the district average. Michael E Baum Elementary School also had relatively stronger academic performance compared to the other elementary schools in the area. However, the majority of schools in this zip code struggle, with low graduation rates, high dropout rates, and concerning levels of chronic absenteeism.
Across the schools, high percentages of students receive free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a predominantly low-income population. This socioeconomic factor likely plays a significant role in the academic challenges faced by these schools. Additionally, variations in spending per student and student-teacher ratios suggest that resource allocation and staffing levels may also contribute to the differences in performance. Overall, the data highlights the significant obstacles these schools face, but also suggests that targeted interventions and school-level factors can make a positive difference in student outcomes.
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