Summary:
The 62640 zip code area has only one elementary school, North Mac Intermediate, which serves grades 3-5 and is part of the North Mac CUSD 34 district. While the school has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 11:1, its academic performance, as measured by proficiency rates in ELA, Math, and Science, is consistently below state averages. Additionally, the school faces challenges with a high chronic absenteeism rate of 25.4% and a large percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch at 57.07%.
North Mac Intermediate's statewide ranking has fluctuated in recent years, ranging from 907 out of 2,067 Illinois elementary schools in 2023-2024 (3-star rating) to 1,188 out of 2,056 in 2024-2025 (2-star rating). This suggests inconsistent performance or changes in the overall school landscape in Illinois. The school's spending per student is above the state average at $14,993, but this does not seem to be translating into higher academic outcomes.
Overall, the data suggests that North Mac Intermediate is facing significant challenges in providing a high-quality education to its students. The school's low academic performance, high chronic absenteeism, and socioeconomic factors indicate a need for targeted interventions and support to improve student outcomes. While the school's low student-teacher ratio could be a positive factor, it alone does not appear to be enough to overcome the other challenges the school is facing.
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