Summary:
The 53403 zip code area of Racine, Wisconsin is home to 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school. These schools serve a predominantly low-income community, with high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 44% to over 80%. Academically, the schools in this area are struggling, with consistently low proficiency rates on state assessments compared to district and state averages.
Among the standout schools, Park High School has the largest enrollment with 1,150 students and a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 91%. However, it also has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 17.7% and significantly below-average test scores, with only 7-17% of 10th graders scoring proficient or better. Mitchell School, a PK-8 school with the second-largest enrollment of 1,093 students, also struggles with low test scores and a high free/reduced lunch rate of 81.7%.
The data also includes two smaller alternative schools, Racine County Detention Center and Racine County Jail, which serve specialized populations and have unique dynamics. Overall, the schools in this zip code area face significant challenges, including high poverty levels, attendance issues, and consistently low academic performance, which will require a comprehensive, data-driven approach to improve educational outcomes for students.
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