Summary:
The city of Morrison, Illinois, is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, all part of the Morrison CUSD 6 district. The schools include 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, providing a comprehensive educational experience for the local community.
Among the standout schools in Morrison, Southside School and Morrison High School demonstrate strong academic performance. Southside School ranks 813 out of 2,056 Illinois elementary schools and outperforms the district and state averages in several subjects, including IAR English Language Arts and Mathematics. Morrison High School, ranked 295 out of 698 Illinois high schools, boasts a high 4-year graduation rate of 89.0% and strong performance in ACT/English Language Arts.
However, the district as a whole, ranked 421 out of 811 districts in Illinois, has room for improvement, as indicated by the consistent chronic absenteeism rate of 25.4% across all four schools. Additionally, there are variations in school performance within the district, with Morrison Junior High School ranking lower than Southside School and Morrison High School. The district may benefit from a closer examination of its policies, resource allocation, and strategies to address these disparities and ensure equitable educational opportunities for all students.
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