A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Thornton Fractional Township High School District 215 in Illinois on January 13, 2025. The request, made by South Cook News, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, sought information regarding the number of non-U.S. citizens currently enrolled in the school district.
In the request, South Cook News expressed its commitment to gathering and reporting news to the public, stating that access to public records is essential for fulfilling professional responsibilities. These responsibilities include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. Given this role in disseminating information, South Cook News believes it is eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional.
According to the Illinois Report Card, the average state teacher salary in 2023 was $73,916, and the state average Administrative Salary was $116,908. The average student-to-administrative ratio is 141:1, and the average student-to-teacher ratio is 17:1. Notably, 58% of teachers in Illinois have a master's degree or higher.
The request underlines the ongoing interest in understanding how many non-U.S. citizens are enrolled in school districts across Illinois and reflects an ongoing commitment by South Cook News to provide comprehensive coverage of local governmental affairs.
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