Kenosha

Kenosha School District operates 43 schools across a suburban county setting in Wisconsin, serving 18,315 students. The district experienced a 5.5% enrollment decline from the prior year, suggesting contraction amid broader demographic trends. With 1,327 teachers and a student-teacher ratio of 13.8:1, staffing levels align closely with state norms.

Academic performance metrics indicate significant gaps relative to Wisconsin averages. Math proficiency stands at 40.5% compared to the state average of 55.1%, while reading proficiency reaches 42.2% against 53.0% statewide. The graduation rate of 90.6% falls below the state average of 95.3%. Chronic absenteeism at 25.9% represents a notable concern affecting student engagement and learning continuity.

Demographically, Kenosha reflects substantial economic and linguistic diversity. Approximately 53.5% of students qualify as economically disadvantaged, 10.0% are English learners, and 14.1% receive special education services. The student body is 43.8% White, 32.6% Hispanic, 13.9% Black, and 1.6% Asian, indicating considerable racial and ethnic diversity.

Financially, the district maintains a total budget of $308.5 million with per-pupil spending of $9,067, marginally above the state average of $8,868. Revenue composition shows dependence on state funding at 57.7%, with local sources providing 33.6% and federal funding contributing 8.8%. This revenue structure reflects moderate reliance on local tax bases.