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.

Hamel, IL School Test Scores & Graduation Rates

School Performance — 2025i

NCES

How students at each school in Edwardsville CUSD 7 are performing on state assessments. 58.2% meet ELA standards on the state assessment for grades 3-8. Chronic absenteeism (missing 10%+ of school days) is at 16%.

Graduation Ratei

92.9%

ELA Proficiencyi

58.2%

Math Proficiencyi

50%

Chronic Absenteeismi

16%

District Summaryi

Edwardsville CUSD 7

ELA: 58.2%Math: 50%Grad Rate: 92.9%Absent: 16%ACT: ELA 19.8, Math 21.5College: 73.6%

Proficiency by Gradei

Grade 3

ELA

51.5%

Math

59.7%

Grade 4

ELA

63.8%

Math

57.2%

Grade 5

ELA

59.6%

Math

50.8%

Grade 6

ELA

58.8%

Math

41.2%

Grade 7

ELA

60%

Math

48.7%

Grade 8

ELA

55.9%

Math

43.2%

Performance by School (13)i

Elementary Schools

Middle Schools

High Schools