Summary:
The city of Blair, Wisconsin is home to two schools - Blair-Taylor Middle/High and Blair-Taylor Elementary, both part of the Blair-Taylor School District. While the schools have some standout achievements, they also face challenges in academic performance and student engagement.
Blair-Taylor Middle/High stands out for its impressive 97.9% four-year graduation rate and 0.0% dropout rate, significantly outperforming state averages. However, the school's test scores are generally below state levels, with some bright spots like 8th grade Mathematics scoring 60% proficient or better, higher than the state's 53.29%. In contrast, Blair-Taylor Elementary has a lower chronic absenteeism rate of 10.8% compared to the middle/high school's 20.9%.
Both schools serve a population with significant economic challenges, as evidenced by the high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch - 46.48% at the middle/high school and 52.79% at the elementary school. This may impact academic outcomes and require additional support and resources. The district as a whole is ranked 326 out of 428 in Wisconsin and has a 1-star rating, indicating room for improvement in overall school performance.
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