Summary:
The city of Cudahy, Wisconsin is home to 6 schools that serve students from elementary through high school, all part of the Cudahy School District. While the district as a whole is ranked 377 out of 426 in Wisconsin and rated 1 star out of 5 by SchoolDigger, a few standout schools like Lincoln Elementary and Kosciuszko Elementary have demonstrated strong academic performance, particularly in English Language Arts.
However, the data also reveals significant disparities in academic achievement across the district. For example, in 2024-2025, the percentage of 6th graders proficient in math ranged from 15.63% at Lincoln Elementary to 34.78% at Jones Elementary, compared to the district average of 26.77% and state average of 52.98%. Additionally, the district faces challenges with high rates of poverty, as evidenced by over 50% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, and chronic absenteeism, which stood at 17.7% across all schools in 2023-2024.
The variation in per-student spending, from $13,682 at Jones Elementary to $15,765 at Lincoln Elementary, raises questions about whether resources are being equitably distributed to meet the needs of all students in the Cudahy School District. Addressing these complex issues will likely require a multi-faceted approach to improve the quality of education and ensure all students have the opportunity to succeed.
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