Summary:
The 61802 zip code area of Urbana, Illinois is home to 3 elementary schools: Dr. Preston L. Williams Junior Elementary School, Thomas Paine Elementary School, and Urbana Early Childhood Center. These schools serve economically disadvantaged populations, with high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.
Among the 3 schools, Thomas Paine Elementary School stands out as the relatively higher-performing school, with the highest overall proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and Mathematics compared to the other schools and the Urbana School District 116 averages. In contrast, all 3 schools have significantly lower proficiency rates in both subjects compared to state averages, indicating a need for targeted interventions and support to address these achievement gaps.
The data also reveals some interesting findings, such as the high chronic absenteeism rates at both Dr. Preston L. Williams Junior Elementary School and Thomas Paine Elementary School, as well as the significantly higher per-student spending at Urbana Early Childhood Center. Understanding the factors contributing to the relative success of Thomas Paine Elementary School and the resource allocation at Urbana Early Childhood Center could provide valuable insights for improving the overall performance of schools in this area.
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