Summary:
The 62920 zip code is home to a single high school, Cobden High School, which serves students in grades 9-12. Located in the Cobden SUD 17 district, the school has a relatively small student population and a low student-to-teacher ratio, which may contribute to its overall performance.
Cobden High School has demonstrated some academic strengths, such as exceeding the state average in 11th-grade ACT English Language Arts and Science assessments, as well as the Illinois Science Assessment. However, the school has struggled in 11th-grade ACT Mathematics and 10th/9th-grade PreACT Secure assessments, where it has underperformed the state average. Additionally, the school's high free/reduced lunch rate, indicating a significant population of economically disadvantaged students, may be a contributing factor to these academic challenges.
Despite these mixed results, Cobden High School has maintained a strong graduation rate, exceeding the state average, and a relatively low dropout rate. The school's performance has fluctuated in recent years, with its statewide ranking dropping from 264th out of 699 Illinois high schools in 2022-2023 to 426th out of 698 in 2024-2025. This suggests the need for continued monitoring and potential interventions to improve academic outcomes and ensure the school is providing a well-rounded education for its students.
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