Best Public Schools in Zip Code 56296


Summary:

The 56296 zip code area is home to 2 schools - Wheaton Secondary High School and Pearson Elementary School, both part of the Wheaton Area Public School District. While Wheaton Secondary has a relatively high 4-year graduation rate and strong science proficiency, it struggles with math performance compared to state averages. In contrast, Pearson Elementary excels in math, particularly in 3rd and 4th grades, though both schools lag behind state reading proficiency levels.

Wheaton Secondary High School stands out for its 88.2% 4-year graduation rate and 3-star rating from SchoolDigger, placing it 197th out of 480 Minnesota high schools. However, its math proficiency rates are below state averages across all grade levels, with the 11th grade rate being particularly low at 25.93% compared to the state's 34.99%. Pearson Elementary, on the other hand, demonstrates strong academic performance in math and reading, with 48.65% of students scoring proficient or better in both subjects across all grades.

Both schools serve a significant population of economically disadvantaged students, with free/reduced lunch eligibility rates of 44.79% at Wheaton Secondary and 47.13% at Pearson Elementary. This suggests the need for additional resources and support to ensure the academic success of these students. Additionally, the relatively low student-teacher ratios of 12.9 at both schools could be an advantage, allowing for more individualized attention, though it will be important to ensure these ratios translate into effective instructional practices.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Minnesota Department of Education.

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