Summary:
The 60018 zip code area is home to a single middle school, Friendship Junior High School, which serves as the sole middle school option for families in this community. While the school's district, Community Consolidated School District 59, is ranked 487 out of 811 school districts in Illinois, Friendship Junior High School has demonstrated some standout academic performance, particularly in English Language Arts and science proficiency.
Friendship Junior High School has a sizable student population of 616 and a favorable student-teacher ratio of 11:1. The school's academic performance is generally stronger than its district and state averages, with ELA proficiency rates ranging from 48.9% to 60.1% and science proficiency at 51.7% in 8th grade. However, the school's math proficiency rates are more in line with the broader trends, suggesting an area for potential improvement. Additionally, the school faces challenges related to a high chronic absenteeism rate of 25.4% and a significant economically disadvantaged population, with 63.8% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch.
Despite these challenges, Friendship Junior High School appears to be a relatively well-resourced school, with per-student spending higher than the state average. The school's fluctuating statewide ranking, ranging from 409 out of 1,363 schools in 2023-2024 to 470 out of 1,368 schools in 2024-2025, suggests that its performance may be variable or that the overall competitive landscape of Illinois middle schools is dynamic. Overall, Friendship Junior High School stands out as a strong-performing middle school within its district, with a focus on addressing areas for improvement and supporting its economically disadvantaged student population.
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