Summary:
The 54501 zip code area in Rhinelander, Wisconsin is home to 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, all part of the Rhinelander School District, except for Sugar Camp Elementary which is part of the Three Lakes School District.
Among the schools in this area, Sugar Camp Elementary stands out as a consistent top performer, ranking in the top 20% of Wisconsin elementary schools. It boasts high proficiency rates across core subjects and low chronic absenteeism. In contrast, Central Elementary also performs well, ranking in the top 50% of Wisconsin elementary schools, with strong proficiency in Mathematics and Social Studies/Science, but has a higher free/reduced lunch rate of 65.34%.
The data reveals significant disparities in educational outcomes within the 54501 zip code area. While Rhinelander High School maintains a strong 4-year graduation rate of 96.9%, the district's 10th grade proficiency rates in core subjects range from 24-48%, often below state averages. This variation in performance may be linked to factors such as socioeconomic status, as schools with higher free/reduced lunch rates tend to have lower test scores and proficiency rates.
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