Elementary Schools in Betty Shabazz Internl Charter School

The Betty Shabazz Internl Charter School district in Illinois operates two elementary schools: Betty Shabazz International Charter School and Barbara A. Sizemore Campus. These schools serve students in the surrounding community and face significant challenges, with both exhibiting low performance compared to state averages.

Of the two schools, Betty Shabazz International Charter School appears to be the stronger performer, with higher test scores across most grade levels and subject areas. It also has a higher statewide ranking, placing between 1221-1730 out of 2056-2077 Illinois elementary schools, while Barbara A. Sizemore Campus ranks between 1638-1769. However, both schools have proficiency rates well below the Illinois state averages in English Language Arts and Mathematics, indicating significant performance gaps that need to be addressed.

The schools face additional challenges, including high chronic absenteeism rates of 25.4% and very high percentages of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, at over 90% for both schools. While Betty Shabazz International Charter School spends $18,895 per student, Barbara A. Sizemore Campus spends $23,276 per student, suggesting potential funding disparities that may contribute to the performance gap. Addressing these systemic challenges will be crucial for improving student outcomes and ensuring equitable educational opportunities in the Betty Shabazz Internl Charter School district.