Carlton Public School District

The Carlton Public School District in Minnesota operates two schools: Carlton Secondary high school and South Terrace Elementary. While both schools face challenges, the data suggests that South Terrace Elementary is performing better academically, particularly in the lower grades.

Carlton Secondary has a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 90.3%, but also a concerning dropout rate of 9.6%. The school performs well in MCA-III Reading tests, but struggles in MCA-III Math, with proficiency rates well below the state average. In contrast, South Terrace Elementary shows stronger performance, with proficiency rates in MCA-III Math and Reading tests for 3rd and 4th grades exceeding the district and state averages. The elementary school also outperforms the district and state in MCA-III Science tests for 5th grade.

Both schools have a predominantly white student population, with South Terrace Elementary having a slightly higher percentage of white students. Additionally, South Terrace Elementary has a lower student-teacher ratio of 9.6, compared to 12.4 at Carlton Secondary. This may contribute to the stronger academic performance at the elementary level. Both schools also have similar high rates of free/reduced lunch recipients, indicating a need for additional support and resources for economically disadvantaged students.