Illinois Students' Performance Under New Standards
Newly released data from state assessments shows that only half of Illinois public school students can read at grade level, while 2-in-5 can do math proficiently in 2025.
This data comes after the state lowered its proficiency standards, which has artificially inflated the number of students meeting standards. As a result, many students who are reported as "proficient" are actually struggling.
The state artificially inflated the number of students meeting standards by lowering the scores needed to be considered “proficient” in reading and math in 2025.
- Just over half of Illinois public school students can read at grade level.
- 39% of students are proficient in math.
- Enrollment continues to decline.
- Absenteeism remains high.
The change in standards also means that parents are unable to compare proficiency rates in their schools or districts to previous school years.
Author's summary: Illinois students' performance is lower than expected due to loosened standards.
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