Illinois Students' Performance
Newly released data from state assessments show that just half of Illinois public school students can read at grade level and 2-in-5 can do math proficiently in 2025.
This is after the state lowered proficiency standards, which artificially inflated the number of students meeting standards by lowering the scores needed to be considered “proficient” in reading and math in 2025.
Many students are reported as “proficient” but are struggling.
- Just over half of Illinois public school students can read at grade level.
- 39% are proficient in math on 2025 state assessments.
The data also shows that enrollment continues to decline and absenteeism remains high.
Author's summary: Illinois students' performance is a concern.
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