Summary:
The Onalaska School District in Washington state consists of three schools: Onalaska Elementary School, Onalaska High School, and Onalaska Middle School. These schools serve a predominantly White student population, with high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.
Onalaska Elementary School stands out for its strong performance in science, with 63.33% of all students and 5th graders proficient or better on the WCAS assessment, well above district and state averages. However, the school has seen a decline in its statewide ranking, dropping from a 4-star to a 2-star rating in recent years, indicating a need to investigate factors contributing to this decline. Onalaska High School excels in English Language Arts, with 69.23% of 10th graders proficient or better on the SBAC, outperforming the district and state. Yet, the school struggles with math proficiency, with only 19.61% of 10th graders meeting or exceeding standards, significantly lower than the district and state averages.
Across the Onalaska School District, the high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 58.37% to 62.38%, suggest the need to consider the socioeconomic challenges faced by the student population and how to best support their educational needs. The small size of the district also presents opportunities for the three schools to collaborate and share best practices, especially in areas where one school is outperforming the others.
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