Illinois Report Cards
The Illinois Report Cards provide information about schools’ performances on the Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) Exam, the Illinois Science Assessment (ISA), the 5Essentials Survey, ISBE Equity Journey Continuum, school student body demographics, and comparisons of how this information compares to District and state averages. The Illinois Report Card also includes information about each school's performances on the previous state tests, the PARCC and ISAT, and are typically released in late fall.
2023-24 Summative Designations
District 15 proudly educates over 11,000 uniquely academically, culturally, and socio-economically diverse students. Educating students with a range of needs and abilities requires vision, financial resources, dynamic staffing, and a mindset that exemplifies our steadfast belief that all students can and will succeed as a result of a District 15 education. We continue to be deeply and intentionally focused on student growth through a rich and rigorous core learning experience, complemented by intervention support, and acceleration opportunities.
Every October, each school receives an Illinois Report Card that shares progress on a range of academic and student success indicators. Schools also receive an annual Summative Designation on the Report Card: Exemplary, Commendable, Targeted Support, Comprehensive Support, or Intensive Support. This designation is based on the school’s overall accountability indicators, as well as data for multiple student groups.
In 2024, our schools have once again excelled, with all schools either maintaining or improving their Summative Designations.
We are extremely proud to announce that Hunting Ridge Elementary School and Marion Jordan Elementary School have earned the Exemplary designation, placing them in the top 10% of schools across Illinois! This recognition is a reflection of the hard work and dedication of our students, staff, and families. We’re proud of this achievement and excited to continue building on this success.
All other District 15 schools received the Commendable designation, affirming that our schools are consistently meeting or exceeding the state's performance standards.
2024 Summative Designation Highlights:
- Hunting Ridge Elementary School and Marion Jordan Elementary School received the Exemplary designation.
- All other District 15 schools earned the Commendable designation.
- Notable growth was achieved in EL proficiency, student attendance, ELA proficiency, Math growth, and Science proficiency.
- Mathematics proficiency continues to surpass state averages.
Building on information from the Illinois Report Card, District 15 educators use robust classroom and schoolwide assessments to plan rigorous academic instruction for students. Teachers also use additional assessments to monitor and support our students’ social and emotional well-being. The District 15 Strategic Plan, finalized this fall, renews our commitment to understanding, engaging, and supporting the needs of all learners.