Summary:
The Mequon-Thiensville School District in Wisconsin is home to two high-performing middle schools, Steffen Middle and Lake Shore Middle. Both schools consistently rank among the top middle schools in the state, with Steffen Middle ranked 61st and Lake Shore Middle ranked 46th out of 641 Wisconsin middle schools for the 2023-2024 school year.
Academically, both schools excel, with impressive proficiency rates on the Forward Exam that significantly outpace the district and state averages in core subjects like English Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Science. For instance, in 2023-2024, 78.01% of 6th graders at Steffen Middle were proficient or better in ELA, compared to 80% for the district and 54.1% for the state. Lake Shore Middle had even higher ELA proficiency rates, with 82.65% of 6th graders proficient or better. Additionally, both schools maintain a 0.0% dropout rate and low chronic absenteeism rates, further demonstrating their commitment to student success.
While there are some differences in the schools' demographics and resource allocation, with Steffen Middle having a higher percentage of free and reduced-price lunch recipients and a higher student-teacher ratio, both schools continue to deliver exceptional educational opportunities to their students. The Mequon-Thiensville School District as a whole is ranked 19th out of 428 school districts in Wisconsin and has a 5-star rating, further highlighting the district's dedication to providing a high-quality education to all its students.
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