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.

Hillcrest, IL School Test Scores & Graduation Rates

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School Performance — 2025i

NCES

How students at each school are performing on state assessments. 42.8% meet ELA standards on the state assessment for grades 3-8. Chronic absenteeism (missing 10%+ of school days) is at 17.4%.

Avg Graduation Ratei

93.1%

ELA Proficiencyi

42.8%

Math Proficiencyi

24.5%

Chronic Absenteeismi

17.4%

District Summaryi

Rochelle CCSD 231

ELA: 41.5%Math: 23.3%Absent: 17.5%

Proficiency by Gradei

Grade 3

ELA

29.5%

Math

30.7%

Grade 4

ELA

25.4%

Math

20.4%

Grade 5

ELA

32.1%

Math

19%

Grade 6

ELA

44.4%

Math

16.8%

Grade 7

ELA

61.3%

Math

32.7%

Grade 8

ELA

55.1%

Math

18.4%

Rochelle Twp HSD 212

Grad Rate: 93.1%Absent: 17.2%ACT: ELA 17, Math 17.8College: 48.3%

Kings Cons SD 144

ELA: 69.2%Math: 48.1%

Proficiency by Gradei

Grade 3

ELA

70%

Math

100%

Grade 6

ELA

60%

Math

10%

Grade 8

ELA

45.5%

Math

Performance by School (6)i

Elementary Schools

Middle Schools

High Schools