Summary:
The city of Sherburn, Minnesota is home to three schools serving grades K-12: Martin County West Senior High, Sherburn Elementary, and Martin County West Junior High. While the high school maintains a strong graduation rate, its academic performance has declined in recent years, with proficiency rates below state averages. In contrast, the junior high school performs better in math compared to the high school. Across the district, a significant proportion of students come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, with over 50% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.
Martin County West School District faces challenges related to equity and inclusion, as the schools have a predominantly white student population. The high school's state-wide ranking has dropped significantly, from 129th out of 476 Minnesota high schools in 2022-2023 to 312th out of 480 in 2023-2024, accompanied by a decrease in its SchoolDigger rating from 4 stars to 2 stars. This decline in performance is reflected in the school's lower proficiency rates in math, reading, and science compared to the district and state averages.
Despite these challenges, the district has opportunities for improvement. The junior high school's relatively stronger performance in math proficiency compared to the high school could indicate potential areas for collaboration and knowledge sharing to improve academic outcomes across the district. Investigating the factors contributing to the high school's declining performance and the district's overall academic achievement could help identify targeted interventions and strategies to address these challenges and better serve the Sherburn community.
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