McFarland School District
5,921 Students
9 Schools
District Overview
Headquartered at 5101 Farwell Street in McFarland, Wisconsin, the McFarland School District serves as a key educational anchor within a large suburban community in the greater Madison metropolitan area. Operating as an active, traditional public school system, the district encompasses nine operational schools that offer complete academic programming spanning from pre-kindergarten all the way through twelfth grade. Grounded in the 2024–2025 academic landscape, the district provides a structured and welcoming environment built to foster academic, social, and developmental growth for thousands of local families.
The district educates a vibrant student body of 5,921 pupils, representing a diverse mix of backgrounds with notable enrollment across various racial and ethnic demographics, including White, Hispanic, Black, multiracial, and Asian students. To effectively support this student population, McFarland School District maintains a strong staffing infrastructure totaling 1,288 full-time equivalent personnel. This dedicated team includes over 688 full-time equivalent teachers, 42 instructional aides, and nearly 558 support staff members, ensuring that students receive comprehensive instructional support, tailored learning resources, and a safe, well-managed educational environment.
The district educates a vibrant student body of 5,921 pupils, representing a diverse mix of backgrounds with notable enrollment across various racial and ethnic demographics, including White, Hispanic, Black, multiracial, and Asian students. To effectively support this student population, McFarland School District maintains a strong staffing infrastructure totaling 1,288 full-time equivalent personnel. This dedicated team includes over 688 full-time equivalent teachers, 42 instructional aides, and nearly 558 support staff members, ensuring that students receive comprehensive instructional support, tailored learning resources, and a safe, well-managed educational environment.
9
Total Schools
5,921
Total Students
688.1
Full-Time Teachers
8.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics
District Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 3,828 |
| Hispanic | 770 |
| Black | 624 |
| Asian | 156 |
| Two or More | 490 |
| American Indian | 49 |
| Pacific Islander | 4 |
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White3,828 (64.7%)
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Hispanic770 (13.0%)
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Black624 (10.5%)
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Two or More490 (8.3%)
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Asian156 (2.6%)
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American Indian49 (0.8%)
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Pacific Islander4 (0.1%)
School Levels
School Levels Data Table
| School Level | School Count |
|---|---|
| Elementary | 3 |
| Middle | 1 |
| High | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
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: | 9 |
| Students: | 5,921* |
| Teachers (FTE): | 688.1* |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 8.6 |
Schools in McFarland School District
Found 9 Schools
138 Students
Pre Kindergarten Pre-K - Pre-K
449 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 2nd
Charter School
423 Students
High School 9th - 12th
534 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
Charter School
202 Students
High School 9th - 12th
727 Students
High School 9th - 12th
489 Students
Elementary School 3rd - 5th
Charter School
1,566 Students
High School 9th - 12th
Charter School
1,393 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th