Summary:
The 61252 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, all part of the River Bend CUSD 2 district. While the schools face some challenges, River Bend Middle School stands out as a consistent top performer, ranking in the top 30% of Illinois middle schools over the past 3 years with impressive English Language Arts proficiency rates.
The elementary schools, particularly Fulton Elementary School, have lower proficiency rates compared to the middle and high school, indicating a potential need to focus on improving early-grade academic outcomes. Additionally, all 4 schools have high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 25.4% to 25.4%, which may be impacting overall academic performance.
The schools in this district serve a relatively high proportion of economically disadvantaged students, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 39.27% to 45.8%. This suggests the district faces significant socioeconomic challenges that may require additional resources and support to help students succeed. Despite these challenges, Fulton High School has maintained a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger over the past 3 years and boasts an 89% 4-year graduation rate.
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