Summary:
The zip code 54460 contains a single public middle school, Owen-Withee Junior High, which serves grades 6-8. The school's academic performance is concerning, with test scores consistently below the state averages across all grade levels and subject areas. Additionally, the Owen-Withee School District is ranked 376 out of 426 districts in Wisconsin and is rated only 1 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger, indicating the district as a whole is performing poorly relative to other districts in the state.
Owen-Withee Junior High has a high concentration of students from low-income households, with over 58% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. This socioeconomic factor may contribute to the school's academic challenges. The school also has a concerning chronic absenteeism rate of 17.7%, which can negatively impact student learning and academic outcomes. Over the past three school years, the school's statewide ranking has steadily declined, from 482 out of 628 middle schools in 2024-2025 to 543 out of 640 in 2022-2023, suggesting the school's performance is worsening relative to its peers.
In summary, the data paints a concerning picture of Owen-Withee Junior High, with low academic performance, high poverty levels, chronic absenteeism, and a declining statewide ranking. These factors indicate significant challenges that the school and district will need to address to improve student outcomes.
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