Summary:
The city of Milaca, Minnesota is home to 5 schools, including 1 elementary school, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The schools in this area serve students from a range of backgrounds, with varying levels of academic performance and student support.
Among the standout schools in Milaca, Milaca Secondary High appears to be the strongest performer, ranking 173 out of 450 Minnesota high schools and boasting a 4-year graduation rate of 84.2% and a 4.4% dropout rate - better than the district and state averages. In contrast, Milaca Elementary has seen a concerning decline in its statewide ranking and proficiency rates in math and reading, falling below state averages. The alternative school, Rum River North, also faces challenges with significantly lower proficiency rates, though its graduation and dropout rates are on par with the district's main high school.
Across the district, the student-teacher ratios are within typical ranges, but the free/reduced lunch rates vary significantly, with Milaca Elementary at 53.51% and Rum River North at 74.71%, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student populations. The district's Milaca Public School District and the Rum River Special Education Coop will need to address these disparities and ensure equitable educational opportunities for all students in the Milaca area.
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