Summary:
The Jacksonville School District 117 in Illinois is home to 6 elementary schools, serving students from kindergarten through 5th grade. The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance across these schools, with some standout performers and others struggling to meet state averages.
Murrayville-Woodson Elementary School emerges as the top performer, ranking 1080 out of 2067 Illinois elementary schools and achieving the highest proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Science compared to the district and state. In contrast, Lincoln Elementary School had the highest chronic absenteeism rate at 31.2%. Eisenhower Elementary School also stood out, ranking 635 out of 2067 and excelling in Mathematics and Science proficiency.
The data suggests a potential correlation between funding levels and educational outcomes, with the highest-spending school, Murrayville-Woodson Elementary, also achieving the best results. However, the schools with the highest rates of free/reduced lunch recipients, such as Lincoln Elementary and Washington Elementary School, tended to have lower academic performance and higher chronic absenteeism, highlighting the impact of socioeconomic factors on student success. Overall, the analysis provides valuable insights to guide strategic decision-making and resource allocation within the Jacksonville School District 117.
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