Tony Sanders State Superintendent of Education | Official Website
Tony Sanders State Superintendent of Education | Official Website
Of the 209 students in County of Union School District 43 who took the Math portion of the test, approximately 65 (31.1%) passed.
The percentage of County of Union School District 43 students who met or exceeded expectations on the IAR increased by 4.8% compared to the previous school year.
County of Union School District 43 roughly covers one school within Union County and has a main office in Jonesboro.
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 (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jonesboro Elementary School | County of Union School District 43 | 30.1% | 1% |
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