Summary:
There is only one middle school located in the 60478 zip code - Southwood Middle School, which is part of the Country Club Hills School District 160. The school is performing significantly below state averages across all academic measures, with proficiency rates that are roughly half or less of the state averages. Southwood Middle School's statewide ranking has declined over the past 3 years, and it has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating that it is struggling to improve student outcomes.
The school has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 25.4% and a high percentage of students (76.47%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high-need student population. Despite the high spending per student and relatively low student-teacher ratio, the school is not translating these resources into improved academic achievement. English Language Arts proficiency rates range from 22-34.9%, Mathematics proficiency rates range from 10.5-13.6%, and Science proficiency for 8th grade is 19.5%, all significantly below the state averages.
The data highlights the need for targeted interventions and support to address the underlying challenges facing Southwood Middle School and improve student outcomes. The school's struggles are likely exacerbated by the challenges faced by the broader district, which is ranked 790 out of 811 districts in Illinois and has a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger. Overall, the analysis paints a concerning picture of Southwood Middle School's performance, with significant room for improvement across multiple metrics.
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