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 ELA portion of the test, approximately 194 (35.4%) passed.
The percentage of Peru Elementary School District 124 students who met or exceeded expectations on the IAR increased by 10% 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.
According to the 2024 Illinois Report Card, math proficiency among Illinois students in grades 3-8 remains below pre-pandemic levels, while reading performance has recovered. Meanwhile, 11th graders have experienced significant declines in both subjects, falling below pre-pandemic benchmarks.
| School | District | Students who met standards (%) | Students who exceed standards (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northview Elementary School | Peru Elementary School District 124 | 36.9% | 2% |
| Parkside Middle School | Peru Elementary School District 124 | 32.1% | 1.4% |
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