Summary:
The 60586 zip code area is home to 4 middle schools serving grades 5-8, with a mix of high-performing and average-performing institutions. Troy Middle School and Orenic Intermediate School stand out, ranking among the top schools in the state and demonstrating strong academic achievement, particularly in English Language Arts. In contrast, Timber Ridge Middle School and Drauden Point Middle School, which are part of the Plainfield School District 202, show relatively lower proficiency rates compared to the state average.
Troy Middle School, a top-performing school in the Troy CCSD 30C district, boasts a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger and outperforms the district and state averages in English Language Arts proficiency. Orenic Intermediate School, also in the Troy CCSD 30C district, demonstrates strong English Language Arts proficiency and has a lower student-teacher ratio, which may contribute to more personalized attention for students.
While the schools generally perform better than the state average in English Language Arts, mathematics proficiency is more varied, with Troy Middle School and Orenic Intermediate School outperforming the state, and the other schools lagging behind. Factors such as student-teacher ratios, spending per student, and the percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch may play a role in these performance differences. Targeted interventions and support programs tailored to the specific needs of each school could help address these gaps and improve overall academic outcomes.
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