Summary:
The Birchwood, Wisconsin school district consists of 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative virtual school. The district serves a diverse student population, with relatively high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch across the schools.
Among the standout schools in the district, Birchwood Public Montessori is a high-performing public charter elementary school, ranking 271 out of 1,067 Wisconsin elementary schools and earning 4 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger. It boasts the lowest chronic absenteeism rate at 0% in the 2022-2023 school year. Meanwhile, Birchwood High School ranks 155 out of 431 Wisconsin high schools, has a 100% four-year graduation rate, and a 0% dropout rate, indicating strong support for students to complete their high school education.
The district as a whole faces challenges related to student poverty, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 46.81% at Birchwood Middle to 59.38% at Birchwood Public Montessori. Spending per student also varies significantly, from $3,735 at Bobcat Virtual Academy to $18,565 at Birchwood High School, raising questions about the adequacy of funding and resource allocation across the district.
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