Summary:
The city of Neponset, Illinois has just one school, Neponset Grade School, an elementary school serving grades PK-8 with a total enrollment of 135 students. This school stands out as a high-performing institution, consistently outperforming the Kewanee CUSD 229 district and the state of Illinois in standardized test scores across multiple grade levels and subject areas.
Neponset Grade School's academic performance is particularly impressive, with 72.3% of students proficient or better in ELA and 61.4% proficient or better in math, compared to the district averages of 50.4% and 30.5%, respectively, and the state averages of 53.1% and 38.5%. The school also boasts a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 10.4, which may contribute to its strong academic outcomes. Additionally, the school spends $14,166 per student, higher than the state average, potentially providing students with additional resources and support.
Despite the school's academic success, it faces some socioeconomic challenges, with a high rate of free/reduced lunch recipients at 81.48%. This suggests the school may be serving a population with significant economic challenges, which could be an important consideration in understanding the school's context and the resources it requires to maintain its high performance. Overall, Neponset Grade School appears to be a standout institution in the Neponset area, providing a high-quality education and strong academic outcomes for its students.
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