Summary:
The zip code 54639 is home to a single middle school, La Farge Middle, which serves grades 6-8. The school's performance has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Wisconsin middle schools over the past three years, indicating significant academic challenges for the students.
La Farge Middle's performance on the Forward Exam, Wisconsin's standardized test, is generally below the state average across grade levels and subject areas. For example, in the 2024-2025 school year, only 9.09% of 8th graders were proficient or better in Math, compared to the state average of 53.06%. The school also has a higher-than-average dropout rate and chronic absenteeism rate, which can contribute to its academic struggles.
Despite the school's small size, with only 44 students enrolled, and the district's relatively high spending per student, La Farge Middle continues to face significant challenges. The school serves a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, which may indicate a need for targeted interventions and support. Addressing these issues will likely require a multi-faceted approach, including community engagement and a close examination of the school's instructional practices and support systems.
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