Summary:
The Racine, Wisconsin area is home to 27 schools, including 18 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 6 high schools, and 2 alternative schools, all part of the Racine Unified School District, except for 21st Century Preparatory School, a public charter school. The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance across the district, with a few standout schools like Walden III High School, Gifford School, and RUSD Montessori outperforming the district averages.
The district-wide graduation rate is 91%, and the dropout rate is 1.3%, but there is a concerning 17.7% chronic absenteeism rate. Standardized test scores vary greatly, with the top-performing schools seeing 30-60% proficiency, while the lowest-performing schools have single-digit proficiency rates. Spending per student also ranges widely, from $8,163 at the 4K program to over $18,000 at some elementary schools, indicating potential inequities in resource allocation.
Overall, the Racine school district faces significant challenges in addressing performance gaps and equity issues. Addressing factors like poverty, absenteeism, and resource distribution will be crucial to improving outcomes for all students across the district.
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