Summary:
The Northland Pines School District in Wisconsin is home to two middle schools: Northland Pines Middle and School of Options and Applied Research Middle. While both schools are rated 3 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger, they have distinct characteristics that set them apart.
Northland Pines Middle is the larger of the two schools, with 182 students compared to 46 at School of Options and Applied Research Middle. Northland Pines Middle generally performs better on state assessments, with slightly higher proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics. However, it also has a higher chronic absenteeism rate of 14.7% compared to 11.1% at the smaller school.
In contrast, School of Options and Applied Research Middle stands out for its exceptional 8th-grade performance, with proficiency rates significantly higher than the district and state averages in several subject areas. This smaller, more focused public charter school also has a lower student-teacher ratio of 11:1, which may contribute to its strong academic results.
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