Directions Program ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (19-20)
22 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)23%
26%
Black
(19-20)9%
17%
White
(19-20)59%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)9%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
45%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Directions Program often compared to?
Directions Programis often viewed alongside schools like Ladse-emotional Disabilities by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Directions Program?
22 students attend Directions Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Directions Program students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What school district is Directions Program part of?
Directions Program is part of School Assn For Special Education School District.
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