Summary:
The city of Iola, Wisconsin is home to two schools: Iola-Scandinavia High School and Iola-Scandinavia Elementary School, both part of the Iola-Scandinavia School District. While the elementary school performs at an average level, the high school stands out as a strong performer, with improving statewide rankings, high graduation rates, and generally above-average test scores.
Iola-Scandinavia High School has seen a significant improvement in its statewide ranking, moving from 264th out of 415 Wisconsin high schools in 2022-2023 to 135th out of 431 in 2023-2024. This has also resulted in an increase in its SchoolDigger rating from 2 to 3 stars. The school boasts an impressive 93.4% four-year graduation rate and a 0.0% dropout rate, indicating a high level of student success. Additionally, the high school's test scores are generally on par with or above the state averages across various subjects and grade levels.
In contrast, Iola-Scandinavia Elementary School appears to be performing at a more average level, with a statewide ranking between 534th and 735th out of over 1,000 Wisconsin elementary schools and a consistent 2-star SchoolDigger rating. The elementary school's test scores are more mixed, with some grades and subjects performing above the state average and others below. Both schools have relatively high free and reduced lunch rates, suggesting a significant portion of the student population comes from low-income families, which may present unique challenges and require additional resources to support student success.
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