Summary:
Farmington Central CUSD 265 in Illinois is home to a single high school, Farmington Central High School, which serves students in grades 9-12. While the school has a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 89.0%, its performance on standardized tests, such as the ACT and SAT, is below the state average. Additionally, the school faces challenges with a high chronic absenteeism rate of 25.4%.
Farmington Central High School's statewide ranking has dropped from 431 out of 699 Illinois high schools in 2022-2023 to 278 out of 698 in 2024-2025, indicating a decline in performance relative to other schools in the state. The school's performance on standardized tests is significantly below the state average, with only 43.8% of students proficient or better in ACT/English Language Arts, 30.3% in ACT/Mathematics, and 14.3% and 15.4% proficient or better in SAT/Mathematics and SAT/English Language Arts, respectively.
The high chronic absenteeism rate of 25.4% at Farmington Central High School is a concern, as it can negatively impact student learning and academic achievement. Additionally, the relatively high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (37.33%) suggests that the school may serve a population with lower socioeconomic status, which can be a factor in academic performance. The Farmington Central CUSD 265 district and school leadership may need to investigate the root causes of these challenges and implement strategies to improve student outcomes.
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