Summary:
The 62286 zip code area is home to two schools - Sparta Lincoln School, an elementary school, and Sparta High School. Both schools serve high-need student populations, with over 60% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. However, the academic performance of these schools lags significantly behind state averages, with low proficiency rates on standardized tests across grade levels and subject areas.
Sparta Lincoln School is ranked in the bottom half of Illinois elementary schools, with a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school struggles with low proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and Mathematics, particularly in the earlier grade levels. Additionally, it has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 25.4%, well above the state average. In contrast, Sparta High School is ranked even lower, with a 1-2 star rating from SchoolDigger. While its graduation rates are decent at 89%, the school's dropout rates are higher than the state average, and its proficiency rates on college readiness exams like the ACT and PreACT are well below state averages in both English and Math.
Both schools face resource challenges, with relatively high student-teacher ratios and per-student spending that suggests they may be struggling to provide the individualized attention and support needed for their high-need student populations. Addressing the academic struggles, chronic absenteeism, and equity concerns will be critical for these schools to improve outcomes for their students and better serve the 62286 zip code community.
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