ESSA

The federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) requires each state to create a plan to ensure all children receive a high-quality education that prepares them for college and careers. As part of the Illinois ESSA plan, the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) will evaluate every Illinois preK-8 school on eight indicators: English-language arts academic growth (25%); math academic growth (25%); English-language arts proficiency (7.5%); math proficiency (7.5%); science proficiency (5%); English learner progress to proficiency (5%); chronic absenteeism (20%); and climate survey participation (5%). 

ISBE uses data from these indicators to give each school a summative designation, or a rating, in one of four tiers. The tiers are: Exemplary School (Tier I), Commendable School (Tier 2), Targeted (Tier 3) and Comprehensive  (Tier 4). 

District 58 Illinois Report Card

At the November 10, 2025 Board Meeting (View Board Briefs / Presentation), administrators presented an overview of the newly released Illinois Report Card, highlighting key metrics that reflect student performance and District progress. The report shows strong achievement and growth in English Language Arts (ELA) and Math, with District 58 performing at high levels compared to neighboring and benchmark districts.

All District 58 schools received a “Commendable” designation from the Illinois State Board of Education. School-specific information will be shared at upcoming PTA meetings. Report Cards for the District and each school are available on our website and at illinoisreportcard.com.

District 58 continues to perform well above state averages on the IAR assessments, ranking in the 90th percentile for ELA proficiency and the 93rd percentile for Math among Illinois elementary districts. These results align with the District’s Achievement Key Performance Indicator (KPI), showing steady progress toward student learning goals.

Next steps in our data review include tracking year-over-year growth, monitoring School Improvement goals, strengthening data-driven instructional practices, and continuing strong partnerships with families to support student success.

The Illinois Report Card also includes metrics on every Illinois school, including student growth, school funding and demographics. The report card also includes site-based expenditures — how much money each district spends per student at individual schools. Additionally the report card tracks schools’ progress on the Equity Journey Continuum. This continuum is an informational tool that helps districts track their progress toward closing gaps in student achievement, opportunities and supports.

Learn more about ESSA in District 58