Summary:
The city of Baudette, Minnesota, is home to two schools that serve students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade: Lake of the Woods Elementary and Lake of the Woods Secondary. Both schools are part of the Lake of the Woods School District and face significant academic and socioeconomic challenges.
The elementary school has a relatively small enrollment of 255 students, with a diverse student population that is 85.88% White and 9.41% two or more races. However, the school consistently ranks in the bottom half of Minnesota elementary schools, with a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger. Proficiency rates on state assessments are well below the state average in math, reading, and science, and a high percentage of students (45.1%) receive free or reduced-price lunch. The secondary school, with 191 students in grades 6-12, faces similar challenges, ranking in the bottom half of Minnesota high schools with a 1-star rating and significantly underperforming on state assessments.
Both schools serve a predominantly low-income student population, with high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. The academic performance of these schools is a significant concern, as proficiency rates in core subject areas are consistently below the state average. The lack of improvement in statewide rankings over time suggests that the schools may require targeted support and resources to address the unique needs of their student populations and improve educational outcomes.
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