Summary:
The city of Saint Elmo, Illinois is home to three schools: St Elmo Elementary School, St Elmo Senior High School, and St Elmo Junior High School, all of which are part of the St Elmo CUSD 202 district. The data reveals a mixed picture, with some bright spots in elementary school performance but significant challenges in mathematics proficiency and equity across the district.
St Elmo Elementary School stands out as a consistent top performer, ranking in the top half of Illinois elementary schools and earning a 3-star rating in 2024-2025. The school excels in English Language Arts, with 59.7% of students proficient or better, compared to the state average of 53.1%. However, St Elmo Senior High School and St Elmo Junior High School lag behind, with consistently lower proficiency rates in mathematics across all grade levels.
The district faces several challenges, including high chronic absenteeism rates, significant populations of economically disadvantaged students, and disparities in performance between the elementary and secondary schools. Addressing these areas of concern, particularly the underperformance in mathematics and ensuring equitable educational opportunities for all students, should be a priority for the district's leadership and stakeholders.
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