Summary:
The 60422 zip code in Illinois has only one middle school, Parker Junior High School, which serves students in grades 6-8. The school's academic performance is generally below the district and state averages, with some exceptions, and it faces challenges with high chronic absenteeism rates.
Parker Junior High School's proficiency rates in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics are mixed compared to district and state benchmarks. While the school's 8th grade ELA proficiency rate was higher than the district and state averages in 2024-2025, its overall ELA proficiency rate was slightly below the district average. In Mathematics, the school's proficiency rates across all grades and grade levels were significantly lower than the district and state averages. The school's 8th grade Science proficiency rate was also lower than the district and state averages.
The school's high chronic absenteeism rate of 25.4% in 2024-2025 is a concern and may be contributing to the lower academic performance. Additionally, the school has a relatively high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a higher proportion of economically disadvantaged students. Despite the higher per-student spending and lower student-teacher ratio, the school's academic outcomes suggest that targeted interventions and support may be necessary to address the performance gaps and improve student outcomes.
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