Summary:
The Menominee Indian School District operates 4 schools in the area, including 2 elementary schools (Keshena Primary and Kaehkenawapahtaeq), 1 middle school (Menominee Indian Middle), and 1 high school (Menominee Indian High). The data shows that the schools in this district are performing significantly below state averages on key metrics like test scores and graduation rates.
Across the district, test scores are extremely low, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, and Science all well below the state average. For example, in 2024-2025, only 4.29% of 3rd graders at Keshena Primary were proficient or better in ELA, compared to the state average of 52.14%. Graduation rates at Menominee Indian High are also slightly below the state average at 91.0%. Additionally, all schools in the district have very high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 17.7% to 17.7%, which is significantly higher than the state average.
Despite the district spending significantly more per student than the state average, the academic outcomes remain poor. This suggests that simply increasing funding may not be enough to drive meaningful improvements without addressing other underlying issues. The data highlights the need for a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to address the root causes of the district's low performance and support the academic and social-emotional needs of its students.
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