Summary:
The Wausau School District in Wisconsin is home to two middle schools, John Muir Middle and Horace Mann Middle, which serve students in grades 6-8. Based on the available data, John Muir Middle appears to be the standout school in the district, outperforming Horace Mann Middle and the state averages on various academic measures.
John Muir Middle has a higher statewide ranking with a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger, compared to Horace Mann Middle's 3-star rating. It also outperforms the district and state averages on proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Science. Additionally, John Muir Middle has a lower chronic absenteeism rate of 11.5% compared to Horace Mann Middle's 13.8%. The student population at John Muir Middle is also more diverse, with 40.26% non-White students, compared to 31.19% at Horace Mann Middle.
While Horace Mann Middle has a higher per-student spending of $13,520 compared to $12,147 at John Muir Middle, the latter school's academic performance and lower chronic absenteeism rate suggest that it may be more effectively utilizing its resources to support student success. Further analysis could explore the specific factors contributing to John Muir Middle's strong performance and identify opportunities for improvement at Horace Mann Middle.
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