Summary:
The city of Ramsey, Illinois is home to two schools: Ramsey High School and Ramsey Elementary School, both part of the Ramsey CUSD 204 district. While the high school has average performance, the elementary school stands out as a top-performing institution in the state.
Ramsey Elementary School consistently ranks in the top 25% of Illinois elementary schools, earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. In contrast, Ramsey High School has a more average ranking, placing in the middle third of Illinois high schools. The elementary school outperforms the high school on key academic metrics, including higher proficiency rates in ELA and Math on the IAR assessments, suggesting the elementary school may be providing a stronger foundation for student learning.
Both schools have a high percentage of white students, indicating a lack of racial diversity in the district. Additionally, the high rates of free and reduced-price lunch eligibility at both schools suggest a significant population of economically disadvantaged students, which may be a factor in their academic performance. While the student-teacher ratio is consistent across the district, the high school has a higher chronic absenteeism rate, which could be an area of concern. Overall, the data provides a detailed snapshot of the schools in Ramsey, highlighting the relative strengths of the elementary school and areas for potential improvement at the high school level.
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