Summary:
The 60632 zip code in Chicago, Illinois is home to two middle schools: Hernandez Middle School and Shields Middle School. Both schools serve a predominantly low-income student population and have consistently ranked in the bottom quarter of Illinois middle schools in recent years, indicating significant challenges in improving academic outcomes.
According to the data, neither Hernandez Middle School nor Shields Middle School stands out as an exceptional performer. Hernandez Middle School ranked 1044 out of 1368 Illinois middle schools in 2024-2025, with a 1-star rating, while Shields Middle School ranked 1001 out of 1368, also with a 1-star rating. Both schools have struggled with low proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics, significantly below state and district averages. Additionally, both schools face high chronic absenteeism rates, at 25.4% in 2024-2025.
Despite the high per-student spending at these schools, which is $17,783 for Hernandez Middle School and $19,947 for Shields Middle School, the data suggests that additional resources and targeted interventions may be needed to address the unique challenges faced by these schools and their student populations. Addressing attendance issues and implementing comprehensive strategies to improve academic performance could be crucial steps in driving meaningful progress for these middle schools in the 60632 zip code.
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