Summary:
The Henry-Senachwine CUSD 5 district in Illinois operates two schools: Henry-Senachwine Grade School, an elementary school, and Henry-Senachwine High School. The district as a whole is ranked 590 out of 811 districts in Illinois and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating significant room for improvement in the quality of education provided.
Based on the data, Henry-Senachwine High School appears to be the stronger performing school, with a higher statewide ranking, better test scores, and a higher 4-year graduation rate compared to the elementary school. However, the high school's test scores still lag behind state averages in several areas, suggesting that even the district's top-performing school has room for improvement. In contrast, Henry-Senachwine Grade School has struggled with low proficiency rates in math, with only 22.7% of students proficient or better in 2024-2025, compared to the state average of 38.5%. This is a significant concern that the district must address.
Another area of concern for both schools is the high chronic absenteeism rates, around 25% in 2024-2025, which is significantly higher than the state average. This issue likely contributes to the lower academic performance observed across the district. The district's relatively high spending per student, especially at the high school level, does not appear to be translating into stronger academic outcomes, suggesting that the district should examine how resources are being allocated and explore ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of their spending.
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