Summary:
The 54401 zip code in Wausau, Wisconsin is home to a single middle school, John Muir Middle, which serves grades 6-8 and has an enrollment of 977 students. While the school has seen its statewide ranking fluctuate in recent years, it continues to perform on par with or slightly above the Wausau School District and Wisconsin state averages in key metrics such as test scores and dropout rates.
John Muir Middle's test scores are generally strong, with 56.9% of 7th graders proficient in ELA compared to 55.31% district-wide and 53.59% statewide, and 60.69% of 7th graders proficient in Math versus 57.63% district and 55.53% state. The school also boasts a relatively low dropout rate of 1.3% and a favorable student-teacher ratio of 13.2. However, the school's chronic absenteeism rate of 17.7% is higher than desired, and nearly 47% of its students receive free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a sizable economically disadvantaged population.
Overall, John Muir Middle appears to be a solid performer, with some areas of strength and some room for improvement. While the school's statewide ranking has declined in recent years, its academic performance remains competitive with the district and state. Continued monitoring and comparison to broader trends will be important to fully understand the school's position and trajectory.
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