Summary:
The city of Ashland, Wisconsin is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The schools in this district serve a predominantly low-income student population, with high rates of free and reduced-price lunch eligibility across the district.
Based on the data, Marengo Valley Elementary appears to be the standout school in the Ashland district, with the highest proficiency rates on the Forward Exam in both English Language Arts and Mathematics, often significantly outperforming the district and state averages. The school has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger and has been ranked among the top 50% of Wisconsin elementary schools in recent years. In contrast, the other schools in the district, including Ashland High School and Ashland Middle School, appear to be underperforming compared to state averages on standardized tests.
The Ashland School District faces several challenges, including high chronic absenteeism rates across all schools, ranging from 17.7% to 19%, and potential funding inequities, as evidenced by the wide range in per-student spending, from $13,154 to $16,507. Addressing these underlying issues may be key to improving outcomes for all students in Ashland.
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