Summary:
The city of Owen, Wisconsin is home to three schools serving students from elementary through high school: Owen-Withee Elementary, Owen-Withee High, and Owen-Withee Junior High. While the Owen-Withee School District as a whole is ranked 372 out of 428 districts in the state and has a low 1-out-of-5-star rating, there are some standout elements across the three schools.
Owen-Withee Elementary stands out for its relatively strong math proficiency, with 76.92% of 3rd graders and 55.56% of 4th graders scoring proficient or better on the Forward Exam, significantly higher than the state averages. Meanwhile, Owen-Withee High has an impressive 91.1% four-year graduation rate, exceeding the state average. Additionally, Owen-Withee Junior High boasts a low 0.0% dropout rate, indicating strong student retention.
However, the district as a whole faces challenges, with generally below-average test scores and high chronic absenteeism rates across the three schools. The high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 49.06% to 57.75%, suggest the district serves a population with significant socioeconomic challenges, which may be a contributing factor to the lower academic performance. Targeted interventions and resource allocation strategies may be necessary to address the district's challenges and support student success.
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