Summary:
The city of Beecher City, Illinois is home to two schools: Beecher City Grade School, an elementary school, and Beecher City Junior-Senior High School. These schools are part of the Beecher City CUSD 20 district.
Beecher City Junior-Senior High School is the standout school in the district, consistently ranking in the top 20% of Illinois high schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts strong academic performance, with high proficiency rates in core subjects, as well as impressive graduation rates and low dropout rates. In contrast, Beecher City Grade School has seen a decline in its statewide ranking, dropping from the top 20% of Illinois elementary schools to the top 37% over the past three years, with more mixed academic performance across grade levels.
Both schools face challenges, such as high chronic absenteeism rates, which may be impacting student learning and achievement. The funding and resource allocation between the two schools appears to be relatively equitable, with the junior-senior high school receiving slightly higher per-student spending. However, the higher free/reduced-price lunch rate at the elementary school indicates a greater need for support services at that level. Overall, the data highlights the strengths of Beecher City Junior-Senior High School and identifies areas for improvement at the elementary school level.
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