Chaney-Monge School District 88

The Chaney-Monge School District 88 in Illinois consists of a single elementary school, Chaney-Monge School, serving grades K-8 with a total enrollment of 451 students. The school has consistently underperformed on state assessments, with proficiency rates well below the state averages in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science. In the 2024-2025 school year, only 33.9% of students were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the state average of 53.1%, and just 13.8% were proficient in Mathematics, compared to the state average of 38.5%.

Chaney-Monge School also faces significant challenges with high chronic absenteeism, with a rate of 25.4% in the 2024-2025 school year, which is significantly higher than the state average. The school serves a predominantly low-income population, with 80.49% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in the 2023-2024 school year. Despite the district's relatively high per-student spending of $19,265, the school's academic performance remains a concern, suggesting that the resources may not be effectively utilized to support student learning and achievement.

Overall, the data highlights the significant challenges faced by Chaney-Monge School in providing a high-quality education to its students. Addressing the low academic performance, high chronic absenteeism, and socioeconomic factors will be crucial for the school and district to improve student outcomes and ensure that all students have access to a quality education.