Summary:
The Hurley School District in Wisconsin consists of two schools - Hurley High and Hurley Elementary. While the district as a whole is ranked 259 out of 428 districts in the state, Hurley High stands out as a high-performing school, with a 97.5% four-year graduation rate and strong student performance on standardized tests.
Hurley High boasts a low 0.3% dropout rate and exceeds state averages in 6th-8th grade ELA and math proficiency, as well as 10th grade ACT science scores. The school's relatively low student-teacher ratio of 13.6 may contribute to its academic success. In contrast, Hurley Elementary performs more in line with state averages, with test scores that are generally close to or slightly below state proficiency levels.
Both Hurley High and Hurley Elementary have a significant percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, at over 40%. This indicates a need to ensure equitable access to resources and support for economically disadvantaged students. The higher spending per student at Hurley Elementary compared to Hurley High is an interesting data point that could be explored further.
Thank you for your feedback!