Summary:
The city of Tomah, Wisconsin is home to 9 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school, serving students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The schools in this Tomah Area School District exhibit a range of academic performance, with some standout schools like Tomah Area Montessori School and La Grange Elementary consistently outperforming the district and state averages, while others like Lemonweir Elementary and Miller Elementary struggle to meet those benchmarks.
The data also reveals significant disparities in student demographics and funding across the schools. For instance, the percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients ranges from 34.92% at Tomah Area Montessori School to 83.78% at Robert Kupper Learning Center, an alternative school that also has the highest per-student spending at $19,328. Additionally, all schools in the district struggle with high chronic absenteeism rates, which can negatively impact student learning and academic outcomes.
Overall, the schools in Tomah, Wisconsin present a mixed picture, with some standout performers and others facing significant challenges. The data highlights the need for the Tomah Area School District to address these disparities and ensure equitable educational opportunities for all students, regardless of their socioeconomic background or the school they attend.
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