Summary:
The West Allis-West Milwaukee School District in Wisconsin is home to two middle schools: Frank Lloyd Wright Intermediate and West Milwaukee Intermediate. Both schools serve students in grades 6-8 and face similar challenges in terms of academic performance, with consistently low test scores and high rates of chronic absenteeism.
According to the data, neither school stands out as a top performer, with both ranking well below the state average on the Forward Exam. Frank Lloyd Wright Intermediate ranks 452 out of 628 middle schools in Wisconsin, while West Milwaukee Intermediate ranks 523. Both schools struggle with proficiency in core subjects, particularly mathematics, where their rates are around 30-35% compared to the state average of 50-55%. Additionally, both schools have high rates of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating significant socioeconomic challenges among the student population.
Despite the higher spending per student at West Milwaukee Intermediate, the school's performance is still lagging behind the state average, suggesting that simply increasing funding may not be the sole solution. The district as a whole appears to be facing systemic challenges that need to be addressed, such as addressing the root causes of chronic absenteeism, which is a significant concern at both schools. Improving student outcomes in the West Allis-West Milwaukee School District will require a comprehensive approach to address the complex factors contributing to the low academic performance of these middle schools.
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