Summary:
The Irene-Wakonda School District 13-3 in South Dakota is home to three schools: Irene-Wakonda Elementary - 02, Irene-Wakonda High School - 01, and Irene-Wakonda Junior High - 04. While the high school stands out as a strong performer, the elementary and middle schools in the district face some academic challenges.
Irene-Wakonda High School - 01 is the clear standout in the district, consistently ranking among the top 31-60 high schools in South Dakota and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's 11th-grade students excel in English Language Arts, with 85% proficient or better, significantly higher than the state average of 65.15%. In contrast, the elementary and middle schools in the district struggle, with lower test scores and rankings compared to state averages.
The district as a whole serves a relatively economically disadvantaged population, with high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients across all schools. This, combined with the variation in student-teacher ratios, may contribute to the performance gaps between the high school and the lower grade levels. The data suggests the district should focus on developing targeted strategies to support student achievement across all schools, ensuring that the success of the high school is replicated at the elementary and middle school levels.
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