Summary:
The Rhinelander School District in Wisconsin has only one middle school, James Williams Middle, which serves students in grades 6-8. The school has consistently underperformed compared to state averages on standardized test scores, with proficiency rates significantly below the state levels across multiple grade levels and subject areas.
Despite higher per-student spending and a lower student-teacher ratio than the state average, James Williams Middle has a low statewide ranking, placing between 371st and 445th out of 628-641 Wisconsin middle schools in the past few years. The school has a 1-2 star rating out of 5 from SchoolDigger, indicating below-average performance. Additionally, the school has a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch at 52.33% in 2023-2024, suggesting it serves a high-need population.
The school's challenges extend beyond academic performance, with a high chronic absenteeism rate of 17.7% for the 2023-2024 school year. Addressing these issues, including attendance and overall school climate, will likely require a comprehensive, data-driven approach to school improvement in order to drive better outcomes for the students of Rhinelander School District.
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