Summary:
The city of Maywood, Illinois is home to 6 schools serving grades K-12, all part of the Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89 school district. While the district as a whole struggles with low proficiency rates and high chronic absenteeism compared to state averages, a few standout schools demonstrate the potential for high-quality education in the area.
Lincoln Elementary School is the top performer, with 38.3% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 34.2% in Mathematics - significantly higher than the district and state. Washington Dual Language Academy also stands out, with 57.1% proficiency in ELA and strong performance in the upper grades. In contrast, Proviso East High School struggles, with only 12.5% of 11th graders proficient in ELA compared to 30.5% for the district and 51.7% for the state.
Across the district, spending per student is relatively high, ranging from $20,265 to $23,389, but there is no clear correlation between spending and student outcomes. Chronic absenteeism is a persistent issue, with all schools reporting a 25.4% rate. Addressing these systemic challenges will be crucial for improving educational opportunities for all students in Maywood.
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