Schools in Zip Code 61728

The 61728 zip code area is home to 3 schools - 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school - all part of the Ridgeview CUSD 19 district. While the schools show some areas of strength, there are opportunities for improvement to ensure equitable outcomes for all students.

Ridgeview Elementary School stands out with relatively high 5th grade proficiency rates in ELA (71.8%) and Science (46.2%), as well as improved ELA and Math proficiency over time. In contrast, Ridgeview High School shows stronger performance in 11th grade ELA (51.1%), Math (48.9%), and Science (48.9%), and has improved its overall school ranking from 1 to 3 stars. However, proficiency rates across the district are generally below state averages, suggesting a need for targeted interventions.

Student demographics reveal high rates of free/reduced-price lunch eligibility, ranging from 28.4% at the high school to 40.48% at the elementary school. Chronic absenteeism is also a concern, with rates around 25.4% across all three schools. Resource allocation varies, with the high school spending the most per student ($24,215) but not necessarily achieving the highest proficiency rates. The middle school, despite the lowest spending per student ($12,036), has relatively stronger performance in 8th grade ELA and Science, highlighting the need for a more nuanced approach to resource distribution.