Summary:
The Marissa CUSD 40 district in Illinois serves two schools: Marissa Elementary School and Marissa Junior & Senior High School. While the district has some strengths, such as a high graduation rate and low dropout rate at the high school, there are also areas for improvement, particularly in academic performance and attendance.
Marissa Junior & Senior High School stands out with a 95.7% 4-year graduation rate, significantly above the state average, and a low 0.6% dropout rate. However, both schools struggle with academic performance, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Math below state averages. Marissa Elementary School also has a concerning high chronic absenteeism rate of 23.6%, which may be contributing to its lower academic outcomes.
The district serves a population with significant economic challenges, as evidenced by the high free/reduced lunch rates of over 50% at both schools. Despite the relatively high spending per student and low student-teacher ratios, the academic performance of the schools suggests opportunities to better utilize resources to support student learning and address the needs of the economically disadvantaged population. Improving attendance and raising academic achievement should be key priorities for the Marissa CUSD 40 district.
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