Summary:
The city of Granton, Wisconsin is home to two schools: Granton Elementary and Granton High, both part of the Granton Area School District. While Granton High has seen fluctuating performance over the years, Granton Elementary has experienced a steady decline in its statewide ranking, dropping from a 3-star rating to a 1-star rating in the past few years.
Both schools face significant challenges, including high chronic absenteeism rates of 17.7% and generally below-average test scores compared to the state. Granton Elementary's test scores are particularly low, with only a few subjects and grade levels meeting or exceeding the Wisconsin proficiency rates. Granton High, on the other hand, has a relatively high four-year graduation rate of 91.0% and a low dropout rate of 1.3%, but its test scores also lag behind state averages.
Socioeconomic factors appear to play a role, as both schools have a high percentage of students (over 50%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively low-income student population. Addressing these challenges, including improving academic performance, reducing chronic absenteeism, and supporting the needs of the community, will be crucial for the schools in Granton to provide a quality education for their students.
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