Summary:
The Joppa-Maple Grove UD 38 district in Illinois contains two schools: Maple Grove Elementary School and Joppa Junior & Senior High School. While Maple Grove Elementary is a relatively strong performer, Joppa Junior & Senior High is struggling academically compared to state averages.
Maple Grove Elementary stands out with higher proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and Mathematics across multiple grade levels, with the 6th grade ELA proficiency rate reaching 64.7%. The school has maintained a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger, placing it in the top half of Illinois elementary schools. In contrast, Joppa Junior & Senior High has significantly lower proficiency rates in ELA and Math, ranging from 20-35% proficient, and a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger, placing it in the bottom quarter of Illinois high schools.
Both schools serve high-need student populations, with free/reduced lunch rates over 70%. However, Joppa Junior & Senior High spends significantly more per student at $25,690 compared to Maple Grove's $17,445, yet their academic outcomes lag behind. Additionally, both schools have concerning chronic absenteeism rates around 25%, which likely contribute to their academic challenges. Addressing the disparities between the two schools, as well as the high rates of poverty and absenteeism, will be critical for improving outcomes for students in the Joppa-Maple Grove district.
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