Summary:
The Exeter Unified school district in California has only one middle school, Wilson Middle School, which serves students in grades 6-8. Despite serving a predominantly Hispanic and economically disadvantaged student population, Wilson Middle School has struggled to maintain its academic performance and statewide ranking, with declining test scores and a consistently low 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Wilson Middle School's academic performance, as measured by Smarter Balanced Assessments and the California Science Test (CAST), is significantly below state and district averages across all grade levels and subject areas. For example, in the 2022-2023 school year, only 31.68% of students were proficient or better in English Language Arts/Literacy, compared to 46.66% statewide, and only 21.14% were proficient or better in Mathematics, compared to 34.62% statewide. The school also has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 19.1%, which is much higher than the state average.
Despite the challenges faced by Wilson Middle School, the data suggests that the school's struggles may be due to a combination of factors, including the socioeconomic disadvantages of its student population, as evidenced by the high percentage of students (71.01%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch. Addressing these issues will likely require a comprehensive, data-driven approach that focuses on improving teaching and learning, addressing attendance and engagement, and providing targeted support for the school's economically disadvantaged students.
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