Summary:
The 60551 zip code contains a single elementary school, Sheridan Elementary School, which serves students from kindergarten through 4th grade. The school faces several challenges, including declining test scores, high chronic absenteeism, and serving a population with significant economic needs.
Sheridan Elementary School has an enrollment of 135 students and is part of the Serena CUSD 2 district, which is ranked 526 out of 811 districts in Illinois and rated 2 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger. The school's test scores in both English Language Arts and Math have declined from the 2023-2024 school year to the 2024-2025 school year, with only 36.7% and 35% of students proficient, respectively, in the later year. Additionally, the school's chronic absenteeism rate is quite high at 25.4% in 2024-2025, indicating a potential issue with student engagement and attendance.
Despite the school's relatively high spending per student of $17,595 in 2023-2024, the data suggests that Sheridan Elementary School faces significant challenges in supporting student learning and outcomes. With nearly 40% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, the school serves a population with significant economic challenges, which may contribute to the observed issues with test scores and attendance. Further analysis and targeted interventions would be needed to address these concerns and improve the educational experience for students at Sheridan Elementary School.
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