Steven Isoye State Board of Education Chairperson | linkedin.com
Steven Isoye State Board of Education Chairperson | linkedin.com
Of the 149 students in Bluford Unit School District 318 who took the ELA portion of the test, approximately 47 (31.5%) passed.
The percentage of Bluford Unit School District 318 students who met or exceeded expectations on the IAR increased by 7.5% compared to the previous school year.
Bluford Unit School District 318 roughly covers two schools within Jefferson County and has a main office in Bluford.
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 (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluford Grade School | Bluford Unit School District 318 | 26.8% | 4.7% |
Alerts Sign-up