Summary:
The 61071 zip code area is home to 5 elementary schools serving students from preschool through 8th grade. While the schools in this area demonstrate a range of academic performance, a few standouts emerge. East Coloma - Nelson Elementary School and Montmorency CCSD #145 both show strong academic outcomes, with proficiency rates exceeding state averages in many subject areas. In contrast, the other schools in the data set lag behind, suggesting significant achievement gaps within the local school district.
Funding appears to play a role, as the school with the highest spending per student, East Coloma - Nelson Elementary, also has the strongest academic performance. Additionally, the schools in the data set belong to three different school districts, East Coloma - Nelson CESD 20, Montmorency CCSD 145, and Rock Falls Education Service District 13, each with varying performance and resource levels. This highlights the importance of considering district-level factors when analyzing school-level data.
The data also reveals that all schools in the 61071 zip code area have a chronic absenteeism rate higher than the state average, which could be an area of concern for the community. Additionally, the schools serve a diverse range of student populations, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 37.09% to 76.99%. Overall, the analysis suggests that while there are pockets of academic excellence, there is room for improvement in ensuring equitable educational opportunities for all students in the 61071 zip code area.
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