Thornton School District 154

Thornton School District 154 in Illinois consists of a single school, Wolcott School, which serves students from elementary through middle school grades. The data analysis reveals that Wolcott School's academic performance is mixed, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics generally below the state averages, though the school performs better than the state in certain grade levels. The school serves a population with significant socioeconomic challenges, as evidenced by the high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.

Despite the school's relatively high per-student spending and low student-teacher ratio, which suggest a focus on resource allocation, the academic outcomes do not appear to be consistently strong across all subject areas. Wolcott School's statewide ranking has fluctuated in recent years, ranging from 821 out of 2,077 Illinois elementary schools in 2022-2023 to 970 out of 2,082 in 2021-2022. The school's chronic absenteeism rate is also a concern, at 22.1% in 2023-2024.

The analysis suggests that Thornton School District 154 and Wolcott School may benefit from targeted interventions and support to address the specific learning needs of their student population, particularly in the areas of Mathematics and Science. Implementing evidence-based strategies to improve academic performance and address socioeconomic challenges could help the school better serve its community and provide students with the resources they need to succeed.