Steven Isoye State Board of Education Chairperson | linkedin.com
Steven Isoye State Board of Education Chairperson | linkedin.com
Of the 547 students in Peru Elementary School District 124 who took the Math portion of the test, approximately 174 (31.8%) passed.
The percentage of Peru Elementary School District 124 students who met or exceeded expectations on the IAR increased by 5.9% compared to the previous school year.
Peru Elementary School District 124 roughly covers two schools within LaSalle County and has a main office in Peru.
The Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) assesses the progress of students in grades 3-8 in meeting the Illinois Learning Standards in English language arts and mathematics.
Illinois has approved a new budget for 2025 that increases funds for K-12 education to $8.6 billion, $350 million above last year’s budget. Lawmakers also approved a new bill that creates a statewide child tax credit, which allows families to receive $300 per child under 17 years. This comes after a similar aid was granted from the federal government, as part of the American Rescue Plan.
| School | District | Students who met standards (%) | Students who exceed standards (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northview Elementary School | Peru Elementary School District 124 | 34.3% | 6.1% |
| Parkside Middle School | Peru Elementary School District 124 | 25.5% | 1.4% |
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