Education Service District 159

The Education Service District 159 in Illinois consists of 5 schools, including 4 elementary schools and 1 middle school. The data reveals a mix of strengths and challenges within the district, with some standout schools like Woodgate Elementary School and Neil Armstrong Elementary School outperforming the district and state averages in English Language Arts and Mathematics proficiency.

While Woodgate Elementary School stands out with the highest overall proficiency rates and the lowest chronic absenteeism rate among the elementary schools, the district as a whole struggles to meet state averages in academic performance. The schools have a significant proportion of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting a relatively high level of economic disadvantage among the student populations. Interestingly, the data does not show a clear correlation between higher spending per student and better academic performance, indicating that factors beyond just funding may be more influential in driving student success.

Overall, the Education Service District 159 faces significant challenges in improving academic outcomes for its students. Addressing chronic absenteeism, targeting instructional practices, and leveraging resources more effectively may be key focus areas for the district moving forward.