Summary:
The city of Alton, Illinois is home to 7 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. These schools serve students from diverse backgrounds and face a range of academic and socioeconomic challenges.
Among the standout schools, Alton High School has seen a decline in its statewide ranking in recent years, dropping from 281st out of 699 Illinois high schools in 2022-2023 to 499th out of 698 in 2024-2025. However, the school maintains a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger and has a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 89%. In contrast, East Elementary School stands out for its high proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics, as well as its strong 5th grade science proficiency. Meanwhile, Eunice Smith Elementary School serves a high-need student population, with 71.2% of its students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.
Across the district, the schools face significant challenges, including high rates of chronic absenteeism, ranging from 25.4% to 25.4%, and wide disparities in proficiency rates between the highest and lowest-performing schools. Additionally, the district's per-student spending varies widely, from $13,227 at Early Childhood to $21,656 at Lovejoy Elementary, suggesting potential inequities in resource allocation. The Alton CUSD 11 district will need to address these challenges to improve educational outcomes for all students.
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