Summary:
The 62257 zip code contains a single elementary school, Marissa Elementary School, which serves grades PK-6 and has 253 students. The school is part of the Marissa CUSD 40 district, which is ranked 503 out of 811 districts in Illinois and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Marissa Elementary School's performance has declined in recent years, dropping from a 2-star to a 1-star rating statewide. The school's proficiency rates in English Language Arts (34.8%) and Math (20.5%) are well below the state averages, indicating significant achievement gaps. Additionally, the school has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 25.4%, which may contribute to the low academic performance. However, the school has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 9.6, which could be a positive factor in supporting student learning.
With over 55% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, Marissa Elementary School serves a high-poverty population, which can present unique challenges and resource needs. The school's performance and the needs of its student population suggest that targeted interventions and support may be necessary to improve student outcomes and address the identified challenges.
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