Summary:
The 62960 zip code area is home to 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, all part of the Massac UD 1 district, except for Maple Grove Elementary which is part of the Joppa-Maple Grove UD 38 district. The data reveals stark differences in academic performance among these schools, with Franklin Elementary and Jefferson Elementary standing out as top-performing schools, while Metropolis Elementary and Maple Grove Elementary struggle to meet state averages.
The top-performing schools, Franklin and Jefferson Elementary, boast over 80% proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and Mathematics, and are ranked among the top 150 elementary schools in Illinois. In contrast, Maple Grove Elementary, which is part of a lower-ranked district, has significantly lower proficiency rates. Massac Junior High School also performs well, with over 70% proficiency in English Language Arts and around 40% in Mathematics, ranking it among the top 300 middle schools in the state.
The data also reveals concerning trends, such as high chronic absenteeism rates across all schools, which may be impacting student learning and achievement. Additionally, the stark differences in performance suggest that factors such as socioeconomic status, school resources, and teaching quality may be contributing to the disparities in student outcomes. Understanding and addressing these underlying issues could be crucial in improving educational opportunities for all students in the 62960 zip code area.
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