Summary:
The 60146 zip code is home to two schools: Hiawatha Elementary School PreK-5 and Hiawatha Junior/Senior High School, both part of the Hiawatha CUSD 426 district. While the elementary school maintains a consistent 3-star rating, the junior/senior high school lags behind with a 2-star rating, indicating a performance gap between the two schools.
Hiawatha Elementary School PreK-5 has generally higher proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics compared to the district and state averages, but both schools struggle with high chronic absenteeism rates of 25.4%. The junior/senior high school, in particular, has significantly lower Mathematics proficiency, suggesting potential challenges at the secondary level that may need to be addressed. Both schools, however, have relatively low student-teacher ratios and spend more per student than the state average, indicating a focus on resource allocation.
Overall, the data highlights the need for the district to investigate the factors contributing to the performance discrepancy between the elementary and junior/senior high school, as well as develop strategies to address the high chronic absenteeism rates across both schools. By addressing these areas, the district can work to ensure that all students in the 60146 zip code have access to a high-quality education and the support they need to succeed.
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