Summary:
The Central CUSD 3 school district in Illinois is home to two elementary schools: Central Elementary Grade School and Central 3-4 Middle School. These schools serve students from pre-kindergarten through 4th grade, providing educational opportunities in the Central Illinois region.
Among the standout findings, Central 3-4 Middle School has seen a significant improvement in its statewide ranking, moving from 1484th out of 2082 Illinois elementary schools in 2021-2022 to 901st out of 2067 in 2023-2024. Additionally, the school has higher proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and Mathematics for 3rd grade students compared to the district and state averages, indicating strong academic performance. In contrast, both schools have slightly higher chronic absenteeism rates than the state average, which could be an area for the district to address.
Regarding key metrics, Central Elementary Grade School has a higher enrollment of 180 students compared to 110 students at Central 3-4 Middle School. Both schools have a significant percentage of students eligible for free and reduced-price lunch, suggesting a relatively high level of economic disadvantage among the student populations. The spending per student is also higher at Central Elementary Grade School compared to Central 3-4 Middle School.
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