What standardized tests are used?

Each state administers its own standardized assessments for English Language Arts and Math, typically in grades 3-8. High school students may take the ACT, SAT, or a state-specific exam. Results are reported as the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.

How should I interpret proficiency percentages?

Proficiency rates show the percentage of students meeting grade-level expectations. A 60% proficiency rate means 6 out of 10 students tested at or above grade level. Compare against state averages and similar districts for context, as raw numbers alone do not tell the full story.

What are accountability designations?

Under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), schools receive designations based on performance. 'Exemplary' schools perform well above average. 'Commendable' schools meet targets. Schools identified for 'Targeted' or 'Comprehensive' support need improvement in specific areas or overall performance.

Cicero, IL School Test Scores & Graduation Rates

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School Performance — 2025i

NCES

How students at each school are performing on state assessments. 32% meet ELA standards on the state assessment for grades 3-8. Chronic absenteeism (missing 10%+ of school days) is at 28.4%.

Avg Graduation Ratei

83.6%

ELA Proficiencyi

32%

Math Proficiencyi

22.9%

Chronic Absenteeismi

28.4%

District Summaryi

Cicero SD 99

ELA: 32%Math: 22.9%Absent: 25.8%

Proficiency by Gradei

Grade 3

ELA

28.4%

Math

36%

Grade 4

ELA

28%

Math

29.1%

Grade 5

ELA

37.3%

Math

17.9%

Grade 6

ELA

39.6%

Math

21.6%

Grade 7

ELA

27.6%

Math

18.2%

Grade 8

ELA

31.4%

Math

15.1%

J S Morton HSD 201

Grad Rate: 83.6%Absent: 31.3%ACT: ELA 15.6, Math 15.8College: 54.2%

Performance by School (18)i

Elementary Schools

Middle Schools

High Schools

Other Schools