Tolono CUSD 7

The Tolono CUSD 7 district in Illinois serves students from preschool through 12th grade across 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district's performance varies, with some standout schools providing a high-quality education while others have room for improvement.

Unity High School is the top-performing school in the district, ranking in the top 20% of Illinois high schools and receiving a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. It boasts strong test scores, with over 60% of 11th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics, as well as a low dropout rate of 2.4% and a high 4-year graduation rate of 89%. In contrast, Unity East, the highest-performing elementary school, stands out with impressive test scores, with over 60% of students proficient or better in both subjects across all grades.

However, the district faces some challenges, including a chronic absenteeism rate of 25.4% across all schools, which is significantly higher than the state average. Additionally, there is variation in the socioeconomic status of the student population, with the percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch ranging from 20.33% at Unity East to 31.01% at Unity West. The district should focus on addressing these areas of concern to ensure all students receive a high-quality education.