Summary:
The city of Butternut, Wisconsin is home to two schools - Butternut High and Butternut Elementary, both part of the Butternut School District. While Butternut High has seen fluctuations in its statewide ranking, Butternut Elementary has demonstrated strong academic performance, with several grades achieving 100% proficiency in English Language Arts and Social Studies.
Butternut High has a relatively high 91.0% four-year graduation rate and a low 1.3% dropout rate, which are positive indicators. However, the school's statewide ranking has varied significantly, from a high of 77th out of 431 schools in 2023-2024 to a low of 404th out of 415 schools in 2022-2023. This volatility in performance is noteworthy and suggests the school may be facing challenges in maintaining consistent academic excellence.
In contrast, Butternut Elementary has demonstrated impressive academic results, with several grades achieving 100% proficiency on the Forward Exam. This is a standout achievement compared to the state averages. Both schools have a high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, around 58%, indicating a relatively low-income student population. The schools also have higher per-student spending and lower student-teacher ratios than the state average, suggesting that resources are being allocated to support student learning.
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