Summary:
The 60504 zip code area in Illinois is home to two middle schools - Fischer Middle School and Still Middle School. Based on the available data, Still Middle School appears to be the standout performer, consistently ranking higher in statewide rankings and outperforming Fischer Middle School and state/district averages across multiple academic metrics.
Still Middle School has maintained a 4-5 star rating from SchoolDigger, while Fischer Middle School has a 3-star rating. Still Middle School outperforms Fischer Middle School in ELA and Math proficiency rates for all grade levels, as well as 8th grade Science proficiency. Additionally, Still Middle School serves a more advantaged student population, with a lower percentage of students receiving free/reduced lunch compared to Fischer Middle School.
Both schools, however, face challenges with high chronic absenteeism rates, exceeding the state average. The data also reveals a disparity in per-student spending, with Still Middle School spending $18,041 per student compared to $16,649 per student at Fischer Middle School. Understanding the factors contributing to these differences could provide valuable insights for improving educational outcomes across the Indian Prairie CUSD 204 district.
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