Summary:
The 60549 zip code is home to a single middle school, Serena Middle School, which serves grades 5-8 and is part of the Serena CUSD 2 district. While the school has some areas of strength, such as outperforming state averages in 5th grade ELA and math, it also faces challenges, including a high chronic absenteeism rate and uneven academic performance across grade levels and subjects.
Serena Middle School has 191 students and a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 12.3, which could be an asset in providing more individualized attention. However, the school's statewide ranking has fluctuated in recent years, going from 659 out of 1,363 Illinois middle schools in 2023-2024 to 701 out of 1,368 in 2024-2025, with a 2-star rating. The school's academic performance is mixed, with some grade levels and subjects performing well above state averages, while others are significantly below, suggesting potential areas for improvement and targeted interventions.
The school's high chronic absenteeism rate of 25.4% in the 2024-2025 school year is a concern and may be contributing to the uneven academic outcomes. Additionally, the school has a relatively high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch at 47.64% in 2023-2024, indicating a need to ensure adequate resources and support for economically disadvantaged students. Despite these challenges, Serena Middle School appears to be outperforming its district in several key metrics, suggesting it may be a relative bright spot within the Serena CUSD 2 system.
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