Summary:
The 54646 zip code is home to a single middle school, Necedah Middle, which serves grades 6-8 with a total enrollment of 135 students. While the school's student-teacher ratio is lower than the state average, Necedah Middle has faced significant challenges, with its statewide ranking declining over the past three years and a consistent 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Academically, Necedah Middle's proficiency rates on the Forward Exam are significantly below the state averages across all grade levels and subject areas, with only 39.47% of 8th graders proficient in ELA and 23.68% proficient in Math, compared to state averages of 53.97% and 53.06%, respectively. The school also struggles with high dropout and chronic absenteeism rates, which may contribute to its overall underperformance.
Despite the school's academic challenges, it serves a population with significant economic disadvantages, with 68.89% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. While the school's per-student spending is above the state average, it may need to re-evaluate the allocation of resources and teaching strategies to better support student outcomes and address the unique needs of its student population within the Necedah Area School District.
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