Summary:
The city of Bayfield, Wisconsin is home to three public schools serving grades K-12: Bayfield Elementary, Bayfield High, and Bayfield Middle, all part of the Bayfield School District. Unfortunately, the data shows these schools are consistently underperforming compared to state averages across a range of key metrics.
None of the Bayfield schools stand out as high-performing. Bayfield Elementary is ranked in the bottom 10% of Wisconsin elementary schools, with low proficiency rates, high chronic absenteeism, and a high percentage of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch. Bayfield High has a low 4-year graduation rate of 68.9%, high chronic absenteeism, and mediocre test scores. Bayfield Middle is ranked in the bottom 25% of Wisconsin middle schools, with low proficiency rates, high chronic absenteeism, and a high percentage of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch.
Despite the low academic outcomes, the Bayfield schools appear to be spending a relatively high amount per student and have relatively low student-teacher ratios. This raises questions about how resources are being allocated and utilized within the district. Addressing the systemic challenges facing the Bayfield schools, particularly in terms of equity and resource allocation, will be crucial for improving outcomes for students in the area.
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