Summary:
The 54771 zip code is home to two schools - Thorp Elementary and Thorp High, both part of the Thorp School District. While Thorp Elementary has consistently ranked in the top third of Wisconsin elementary schools, Thorp High has seen a decline in its statewide ranking in recent years.
Thorp Elementary stands out as the stronger of the two schools, maintaining a 4-star rating and impressive test scores that exceed state averages. In contrast, Thorp High has a 3-star rating and lags behind state averages on assessments. The high school also has a significantly higher per-student spending of $24,949 compared to the elementary school's $10,866 per student.
Both schools serve a student population with significant economic challenges, as indicated by the high free/reduced lunch rates of over 45%. However, the schools maintain relatively small class sizes, with student-teacher ratios of 12.6 and 10.1, which is generally considered beneficial for student learning. Overall, the data highlights the strong performance of Thorp Elementary and the need for potential improvements at Thorp High.
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