Summary:
The Meridian CUSD 15 district in Illinois serves students from 3 schools - 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school. The data reveals a mixed picture, with Meridian Elementary School performing above district and state averages in several academic areas, while Meridian High School and Meridian Middle School show room for improvement, particularly in academic achievement.
Meridian Elementary School stands out as a consistent performer, maintaining a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger over the past 3 years and exceeding state averages in 4th grade ELA and 5th grade science. In contrast, Meridian High School, while ranked 269 out of 698 Illinois high schools, has lower proficiency rates than the state in key areas like ACT English, Math, and Science. Meridian Middle School also lags behind the state in most subject areas, including ELA and Math.
Across the district, the high free/reduced lunch rates, particularly at the middle school level, suggest that the district may be serving a population with significant socioeconomic challenges. This could be a contributing factor to the observed performance gaps, highlighting the need for targeted support and resources to address the unique needs of the student population.
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