The Illinois Department of Public Health has updated its School Vaccination Coverage Dashboard, featuring the latest data from the 2024-25 academic year. The dashboard provides insights into vaccination trends and spotlights potential vulnerabilities. Although the state maintains high overall coverage rates, concern arises as 10% of schools report measles vaccination levels falling below 91%. These statistics highlight ongoing public health challenges, suggesting some schools could be susceptible to outbreaks. Officials urge continued efforts to improve vaccination coverage to maintain community health and safety, emphasizing the importance of reaching adequate immunization thresholds.
“Providing Illinois residents with access to real-time data to guide their medical decision-making is a critical IDPH priority,” said IDPH Director Dr. Sameer Vohra. “The updated school vaccination dashboard now allows parents and caregivers to review the latest vaccination trends in their local school districts. As a pediatrician, I know how important vaccinations are for protective children from preventable illnesses. As measles outbreaks spread through various parts of the United States, it is now more important than ever to make sure you and your family members are up to date with all age-appropriate immunizations.”
“Vaccinations are one of the most effective tools we have to protect children from serious, preventable diseases and to keep them learning in school,” said Illinois State Superintendent of Education Dr. Tony Sanders. “We’re proud to partner with the Illinois Department of Public Health to provide this powerful tool to families, educators, and community leaders. Ongoing deadly measles outbreaks in other parts of the country serve as a call to action for all of us to protect our children, schools, and communities with safe, proven, and evidence-based immunizations. By understanding where vaccination gaps exist, we can work together to protect every student’s life and opportunity to learn without preventable health disruptions.”
