Summary:
Bensenville School District 2 is a small district in Illinois that operates 3 schools: 2 elementary schools (Tioga Elementary School and W A Johnson School) and 1 middle school (Blackhawk Middle School). While Bensenville School District 2 spends more per student and has lower student-teacher ratios than the state average, the schools in the district consistently underperform on standardized tests compared to Illinois averages.
Of the three schools, Blackhawk Middle School stands out as the highest-performing, ranking 685 out of 1,367 Illinois middle schools and earning a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. Blackhawk has stronger academic performance, with 35.6% of 8th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts and 27.9% proficient or better in Mathematics, compared to the lower proficiency rates at the elementary schools. However, all three schools in the district struggle with high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 29.2% to 30.4%.
The schools in Bensenville School District 2 serve a predominantly Hispanic student population, with 68-72% Hispanic enrollment, and a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 63-65%. These demographic factors may be contributing to the district's academic challenges, and the district should consider implementing targeted interventions and support programs to address the unique needs of these student populations.
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