Aspire Education Center 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 (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-12
- Graduation Rate: 20-29%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students (19-20)
65 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
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)31%
26%
Black
(19-20)17%
17%
White
(19-20)41%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)11%
4%
Graduation Rate
(17-18)20-29%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
88%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
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).
What is the graduation rate of Aspire Education Center?
The graduation rate of Aspire Education Center is 20-29%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Aspire Education Center?
65 students attend Aspire Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Aspire Education Center students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Aspire Education Center offer ?
Aspire Education Center offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Aspire Education Center part of?
Aspire Education Center is part of Moline-Coal Valley Community Unit School District 40.
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