Summary:
The 61605 zip code area of Peoria, Illinois is home to 6 schools, including 5 elementary schools and 1 high school, all part of the Peoria School District 150. While the schools in this area face significant challenges, with most performing well below state averages on academic measures, a few standout schools demonstrate the potential for improvement.
Pleasant Hill Elementary School stands out as the top performer, with 37.3% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 9.5% in Mathematics, significantly higher than the district and state averages. In contrast, Manual High School struggles, with only 4.5% of 11th graders proficient or better in ELA, compared to 51.7% statewide. Chronic absenteeism is a major concern across all schools, ranging from 25.4% to 25.4%, well above the state average.
The schools in this area serve a high-poverty student population, with 83.55% to 94.87% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. This likely contributes to the performance challenges observed, as the schools work to address the interconnected issues of poverty, attendance, and academic achievement. While the data highlights significant disparities, it also suggests that with the right interventions and support, schools like Annie Jo Gordon Community Learning Center can serve as models for improving outcomes for students in this community.
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