Southwestern CUSD 9

The Southwestern CUSD 9 district in Illinois operates 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The district serves a mix of rural and suburban communities, with a focus on providing quality education to its students.

Among the standout schools in the district, Shipman Elementary School stands out with its strong performance on state assessments, ranking 462 out of 2,056 Illinois elementary schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school consistently achieves high proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics, with over 70% of students performing at or above grade level. Additionally, Shipman Elementary has a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate compared to the district average. Another high-performing school is Medora Intermediate School, which excels in English Language Arts and Science assessments, with proficiency rates significantly higher than the district and state averages.

While the district as a whole performs well in many areas, there are some challenges that need to be addressed. The data suggests that the district struggles with mathematics performance, with lower proficiency rates compared to English Language Arts across all grade levels and assessments. Additionally, all schools in the district have a chronic absenteeism rate of 25.4%, which is a concern and may impact student learning and achievement. The district spends a relatively high amount per student, but the performance on standardized tests suggests that additional resources or strategies may be needed to improve student outcomes, particularly in mathematics.