Names 2023-24 Wisconsin Schools of Recognition
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today announced 98 schools statewide have earned Wisconsin Schools of Recognition honors for the 2023–24 school year. These awards celebrate the exceptional efforts of educators, students, families, and school staff in ensuring educational success for all students, especially among those facing economic challenges.
The Schools of Recognition Program, first launched in 2003, recognizes Title I schools for making significant strides in student growth and achievement. After a pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the DPI is excited to resume this important tradition of highlighting excellence in education.
“These schools exemplify what is possible when educators, families and communities come together with dedication, resilience, and commitment to every learner,” State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly said. “Their success is proof that when communities come together to support students, remarkable things happen. I am thrilled to recognize their hard work and continued commitment to student success.”
Schools were honored in one or more of the following categories:
- High Achieving Schools (15 schools): These schools rank in the top 10% statewide for academic achievement in reading and mathematics and demonstrate small or closing achievement gaps.
- High Progress Schools (24 schools): These schools show significant growth in student outcomes or graduation rates, with measurable progress in closing gaps.
- High Impact Schools (70 schools): Serving a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, these schools have above-average achievement when compared to similarly situated schools
(Note: Some schools earned recognition in multiple categories.)
A full list of recipients, their categories can be found on the DPI’s website. More information on the Schools of Recognition Program is also available on the DPI’s website.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for any award, schools must:
- Receive federal Title I funding
- Meet or exceed expectations on the most recent School Report Card
- Not be currently identified for Comprehensive, Targeted, or Additional Targeted Support and Improvement (CSI/TSI/ATSI),
- Be above the bottom 20% statewide for chronic absenteeism and achievement
- Meet or exceed 95% test participation across all students
