Summary:
The 61856 zip code area is home to 3 schools that serve students from elementary through high school, all part of the Monticello CUSD 25 district. While the district as a whole performs well, with a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger, the data reveals some standout schools and areas for improvement.
Monticello High School stands out with a 4-star rating, an impressive 98.1% four-year graduation rate, and a low 0.6% dropout rate. In contrast, Washington Elementary School had lower proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and Mathematics compared to the district and state averages. Monticello Middle School also shines, ranking in the top 25% of Illinois middle schools with strong performance in English Language Arts, particularly in 8th grade.
Chronic absenteeism appears to be a concern, with Monticello High School and Washington Elementary School both reporting relatively high rates. Additionally, the lower academic performance at Washington Elementary School, coupled with its higher free/reduced lunch rate, suggests potential equity gaps that may need to be addressed.
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