Summary:
The city of Bruce, Wisconsin is home to 3 schools serving grades K-12: Bruce Elementary, Bruce High, and Bruce Middle. While the schools face some common challenges, Bruce Middle stands out as a relative success story within the Bruce School District.
Bruce Middle has consistently ranked in the top 20% of Wisconsin middle schools, earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts strong academic performance, with 65-86% of students proficient or better in core subjects. In contrast, Bruce Elementary and Bruce High have struggled more academically, ranking in the bottom half of their respective school types statewide.
Across the district, the data reveals significant achievement gaps, with the Bruce schools lagging behind state averages in proficiency rates by 10-20 percentage points or more. Additionally, all 3 schools face relatively high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 17.9% to 22.0%. While per-student spending is relatively high, the efficient allocation of resources remains a concern. Addressing these challenges and leveraging the success of Bruce Middle will be crucial for improving educational outcomes across the district.
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