Appleton Area

Appleton Area School District serves 14,251 students across 38 schools in Outagamie County, Wisconsin. The district experienced a 6.3% enrollment decline from the prior year, with a student-teacher ratio of 14.1:1 supported by 1,008 teachers.

Academic performance metrics fall below state averages. Math proficiency stands at 50.1% compared to the state average of 55.1%, while reading proficiency is 50.8% versus the state average of 53.0%. The graduation rate of 90.2% trails the state average of 95.3%. Chronic absenteeism is reported at 15.2%.

The district serves a notably diverse student population. Economically disadvantaged students comprise 41.4% of enrollment, 11.4% are English learners, and 17.8% receive special education services. Racial composition includes 60.4% White, 13.6% Hispanic, 12.9% Asian, and 5.1% Black students.

Per-pupil spending is $8,526, approximately $342 below the state average of $8,868. The district's total budget of $230.4 million relies on a revenue mix of 51.3% state funding, 40.1% local sources, and 8.6% federal support. This funding structure reflects moderate local capacity relative to state support, with the district operating below state average per-pupil expenditure while managing a substantial population of students with above-average support needs.