Summary:
The city of Waubun, Minnesota is home to 3 schools serving middle and high school students, including 1 middle school, 2 high schools (one of which is an alternative learning center), and no elementary schools. These schools serve a predominantly Native American student population, with the percentage of Native American students ranging from 66.8% to 77.78% across the district.
Waubun Elementary (the middle school) stands out as the strongest performer, with the highest percentage of Native American students, the lowest student-teacher ratio, and generally higher reading proficiency rates compared to the district and state averages. In contrast, Waubun Alternative Learning Center faces significant challenges, with the highest percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, the lowest 4-year graduation rate, and the highest dropout rate, indicating the need for targeted interventions and support for this high-need student population.
Across the district, proficiency rates in math, reading, and science are generally lower than state averages, with some exceptions. Waubun Secondary has the lowest math proficiency rates, with only 14.29% of 11th graders proficient, compared to the state average of 34.99%. The high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 69.71% to 91.67%, also highlights the socioeconomic challenges faced by the district's students. Overall, the Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools district has opportunities to improve academic outcomes and support the unique needs of its diverse student population.
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