Wausau School District

District Overview
Headquartered at 415 Seymour Street in Wausau, Wisconsin, the Wausau School District serves as a premier traditional public school system for the surrounding community. Set within a vibrant small-city landscape in the heart of the Wausau metropolitan area, this active district encompasses 21 operational schools designed to nurture academic growth at every stage of development. Offering a complete educational continuum from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, the district is structured to guide learners seamlessly from their early foundational years through high school graduation and preparation for future careers or higher education.

For the 2024–2025 academic year, the Wausau School District serves a student body of 7,738 children, reflecting a rich and diverse demographic fabric that includes significant Asian, Hispanic, multiracial, and Black student populations alongside a strong core of local families. Supporting this vibrant student body is an expansive organizational infrastructure staffed by nearly 2,290 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees. This dedicated team includes approximately 1,161 FTE teachers, over 100 instructional aides, and a comprehensive network of support staff, ensuring low student-to-educator engagement and tailored learning environments. Parents, prospective students, and education researchers can discover more about the district’s academic offerings and community partnerships by visiting their official website at wausauschools.org.
21
Total Schools
7,738
Total Students
1,161.6
Full-Time Teachers
6.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Wausau School District
Demographic Student Count
White4,793
Hispanic590
Black191
Asian1,566
Two or More533
American Indian61
Pacific Islander4
  • White
    4,793 (61.9%)
  • Asian
    1,566 (20.2%)
  • Hispanic
    590 (7.6%)
  • Two or More
    533 (6.9%)
  • Black
    191 (2.5%)
  • American Indian
    61 (0.8%)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Wausau School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary15
Middle2
High3
Other1
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:4 Charter Schools
Number of schools:21
Students:7,738*
Teachers (FTE):1,161.6*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.7
Schools in Wausau School District
Found 21 Schools