Summary:
The city of Ingleside, Illinois, is home to 5 schools serving students from elementary through middle school grades. These schools are part of two different school districts - Big Hollow School District 38 and Gavin School District 37. The data reveals a significant disparity in academic performance among the schools, with Big Hollow Middle School and Gavin South Middle School outperforming the elementary schools in the area.
Big Hollow Middle School stands out as the highest-performing school, ranking 436 out of 1,368 Illinois middle schools and exceeding the district and state averages in both English Language Arts and Mathematics proficiency. Gavin South Middle School has also shown significant improvement, moving from 981 out of 1,367 Illinois middle schools in 2022-2023 to 610 out of 1,368 in 2024-2025. However, the elementary schools in the area, such as Gavin Central Elementary School, lag behind the district and state averages in both subjects.
Across all schools, the data reveals high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 25.4% to 55.14% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating significant socioeconomic challenges in the area. The schools also have relatively high spending per student, suggesting that resources may not be effectively allocated or utilized to address these challenges and improve student outcomes. Addressing the root causes of chronic absenteeism and implementing targeted interventions to support economically disadvantaged students could be crucial steps in enhancing the educational experience for all students in Ingleside, Illinois.
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