Summary:
The 54610 zip code in Wisconsin is home to two schools: Alma Elementary and Alma High, both part of the Alma School District. While Alma Elementary has consistently ranked in the top half of Wisconsin elementary schools, Alma High has seen a decline in its statewide ranking in recent years.
Alma Elementary stands out as the higher-performing school, with above-average test scores, particularly in English Language Arts and Social Studies, and a relatively low dropout rate of 1.3%. The school also has a student-teacher ratio of 12.7, which is a positive indicator. In contrast, Alma High School's test scores lag behind the state averages in several subject areas, and its statewide ranking has dropped from 81st out of 415 high schools in 2022-2023 to 362nd out of 431 in 2024-2025.
Both schools serve a population with a significant percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating lower socioeconomic status. Additionally, both schools have a relatively high chronic absenteeism rate of 17.7%, which is an area of concern that the district should investigate further. The difference in per-student spending between the elementary and high school ($1,751) may also be worth exploring to ensure appropriate resource allocation and support for the needs of each school.
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