Summary:
The Cowden-Herrick CUSD 3A district in Illinois operates two schools: Cowden-Herrick Junior/Senior High School and Cowden-Herrick Grade School. The data shows that Cowden-Herrick Grade School is a standout performer, consistently ranking in the top 20% of Illinois elementary schools. In contrast, the junior/senior high school has seen fluctuations in its statewide ranking, ranging from 169th to 592nd out of Illinois high schools, though it currently holds a 4-star rating indicating above-average performance.
Key metrics reveal some notable differences between the two schools. Cowden-Herrick Grade School outperforms the state average in both ELA and math proficiency, while the junior/senior high school outperforms in ELA but underperforms in math. The high school also spends significantly more per student ($15,416) compared to the elementary school ($12,080). Interestingly, the high school has a higher percentage of students receiving free/reduced lunch (67.06%) than the grade school (59.01%).
One area of concern for both schools is the relatively high chronic absenteeism rate of 25.4%. This suggests the district may need to investigate and address the factors contributing to this issue. Overall, the data highlights the strengths of Cowden-Herrick Grade School and identifies opportunities for improvement at the junior/senior high school level. By leveraging the best practices from the top-performing elementary school, the district can work to enhance educational outcomes for all students in the Cowden-Herrick CUSD 3A community.
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