Summary:
The city of Polo, Illinois is home to 3 schools serving students from elementary through high school, all part of the Polo CUSD 222 district. While the district as a whole has room for improvement, with a ranking of 301 out of 811 Illinois schools, a few standout schools shine within the district.
Centennial Elementary School consistently performs in the top 15-25% of Illinois elementary schools, with impressive test scores well above state averages, particularly in 3rd grade. In contrast, Aplington Middle School struggles with lower Math proficiency rates. At the high school level, Polo Community High School maintains solid performance, ranking in the top 35-40% of Illinois high schools with a high graduation rate and strong ACT English and Science scores.
Across the district, schools face challenges with high chronic absenteeism rates and a significant proportion of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a need to address attendance and provide additional support for economically disadvantaged families. While the district has room for improvement, the standout performance of Centennial Elementary and the solid outcomes at Polo Community High School suggest pockets of excellence within the Polo school system.
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