Summary:
The city of Hudson, Illinois has only one school in the data set - Hudson Elementary School, a public elementary school serving grades K-5 with an enrollment of 239 students. The school is part of the McLean County Unified School District 5.
Hudson Elementary School has a relatively homogeneous student population, with 87.87% of students identifying as white. The school's academic performance is mixed, with 3rd grade students scoring below district and state averages in English Language Arts, but 4th and 5th grade students scoring above. In Mathematics, students in grades 3-5 scored above district and state averages, and in Science, 5th grade students scored significantly above. The school has a slightly higher chronic absenteeism rate compared to the district average, but a lower free/reduced lunch rate. Per-student spending at Hudson Elementary is higher than the district average, and the student-teacher ratio is slightly better.
The standout finding is Hudson Elementary School's exceptional performance in 5th grade Science, with 77.8% of students scoring proficient or better, significantly outpacing the district and state. However, the uneven ELA performance, particularly in the earlier grades, suggests a need to examine the school's curriculum and instructional practices. The school's lack of diversity may also be an area for the district to consider addressing, as research indicates the benefits of diverse learning environments. Overall, the data provides a nuanced picture of Hudson Elementary School's strengths and areas for potential improvement.
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