Summary:
The 61740 zip code in Illinois is home to two underperforming schools: Flanagan Elementary School and Flanagan-Cornell High School. Both schools consistently rank in the bottom half of their respective statewide rankings and have very low proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics, well below state averages. The elementary school has a relatively small enrollment of 185 students, while the high school is even smaller with 111 students.
Chronic absenteeism is a significant issue, with the elementary school at 9.5% and the high school at 15.6%. Socioeconomic factors also play a role, as the high school has a higher free/reduced lunch rate of 43.24% compared to the elementary school's 30.27%. Despite the relatively high spending per student, with the elementary school at $17,339 and the high school at $21,660, the schools continue to struggle academically.
Overall, the data suggests a broader trend of underperformance in the 61740 zip code, with both schools facing challenges in academic proficiency, attendance, and socioeconomic factors. Further investigation into the root causes and potential interventions would be necessary to address these issues and improve outcomes for students in the area. The schools are part of the Flanagan-Cornell District 74, which may need to reevaluate its resource allocation and support for these struggling schools.
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