Steven Isoye State Board of Education Chairperson | linkedin.com
Steven Isoye State Board of Education Chairperson | linkedin.com
Of the 700 students in Center Cass School District 66 who took the ELA portion of the test, approximately 334 (47.7%) passed.
The percentage of Center Cass School District 66 students who met or exceeded expectations on the IAR decreased by 3% compared to the previous school year.
Center Cass School District 66 roughly covers three schools within DuPage County and has a main office in Downers Grove.
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 (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeview Junior High School | Center Cass School District 66 | 41.7% | 8.9% |
| Prairieview Elementary School | Center Cass School District 66 | 38.1% | 6.4% |
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