Summary:
The city of Barron, Wisconsin is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including Barron High, Woodland Elementary, Riverview Middle, and Advanced Learning Academy of Wisconsin, an alternative school. While the schools face challenges such as high chronic absenteeism and socioeconomic factors, a few stand out for their relatively strong performance.
Woodland Elementary and Riverview Middle both perform well on state assessments, with Woodland Elementary's 4th graders exceeding the district and state averages in Social Studies, and Riverview Middle's 7th graders outperforming the state average in Mathematics. Meanwhile, Advanced Learning Academy of Wisconsin boasts a high 4-year graduation rate of 91% and a low dropout rate of 1.3%, indicating it is effectively serving its student population.
Across the Barron Area School District, there are areas for improvement, such as addressing performance gaps on state assessments and high rates of chronic absenteeism. The district also faces socioeconomic challenges, with all schools having a high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. By focusing on these areas, the district can work to support the academic success of all students in Barron.
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