The Illinois State Board of Education is releasing the latest school report card, with a look at how the pandemic has impacted Illinois schools. More than $7-billion in federal funding has gone to schools to help address challenges presented by the virus. This has let districts hire more staff says ISBE research officer Brenda Dixon.
The data also shows that student enrollment has dropped over the year, especially among younger children says State Schools Superintendent Carmen Ayala.
The number of students taking advanced placement and dual credit courses increased over the year, but fewer students are meeting learning standards in language arts and math. You can find local school results at illinoisreportcard.com.