Summary:
The 61283 zip code is home to a single elementary school, Tampico Elementary School, which serves students in the Prophetstown-Lyndon-Tampico CUSD3 district. With 146 students, Tampico Elementary has seen fluctuations in its statewide ranking in recent years, currently ranking 666 out of 2,056 Illinois elementary schools for the 2024-2025 school year.
Academically, Tampico Elementary's performance is mixed, with proficiency rates above the state average in English Language Arts (62.4%) and science (54.3%), but below the district and state averages in math (33.9%). The school faces challenges with a high chronic absenteeism rate of 25.4% and a large percentage of students (67.12%) eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively low-income student population. However, the school's per-student spending of $14,968 and student-teacher ratio of 12.1 to 1 suggest a focus on providing resources to support student learning.
Overall, Tampico Elementary School appears to be a relatively average-performing school within its district and the state, with strengths in certain academic areas but room for improvement, particularly in mathematics. The school's demographics and resource allocation indicate a commitment to supporting its students, but continued efforts may be needed to address the unique needs of the community and drive academic success.
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