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.

Chatham, IL School Test Scores & Graduation Rates

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School Performance — 2025i

NCES

How students at each school are performing on state assessments. 64.3% meet ELA standards on the state assessment for grades 3-8. Chronic absenteeism (missing 10%+ of school days) is at 14.4%.

Avg Graduation Ratei

91.1%

ELA Proficiencyi

64.3%

Math Proficiencyi

46.7%

Chronic Absenteeismi

14.4%

District Summaryi

Ball Chatham CUSD 5

ELA: 65.8%Math: 49.9%Grad Rate: 91.2%Absent: 12.9%ACT: ELA 19.7, Math 20College: 74.2%

Proficiency by Gradei

Grade 3

ELA

67.9%

Math

68.6%

Grade 4

ELA

73%

Math

62%

Grade 5

ELA

67.3%

Math

43.6%

Grade 6

ELA

67.2%

Math

48.2%

Grade 7

ELA

69.7%

Math

44.8%

Grade 8

ELA

51.4%

Math

36.2%

Auburn CUSD 10

ELA: 58%Math: 33%Grad Rate: 90.5%Absent: 20.8%ACT: ELA 18.2, Math 18College: 67%

Proficiency by Gradei

Grade 3

ELA

29.7%

Math

35.9%

Grade 4

ELA

41.3%

Math

25.8%

Grade 5

ELA

40.8%

Math

22.5%

Grade 6

ELA

78.5%

Math

38.5%

Grade 7

ELA

82.9%

Math

37.7%

Grade 8

ELA

68.2%

Math

36.5%

Performance by School (10)i

Elementary Schools

Middle Schools

High Schools