Sun Prairie Area School District

District Overview
Located at 501 S Bird St in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, the Sun Prairie Area School District serves as a vibrant educational hub within a large suburban setting in the greater Madison metropolitan area. Operating as an active, traditional public school system, the district delivers a comprehensive curriculum spanning pre-kindergarten through 12th grade across its 16 operational schools. Currently serving 8,596 students, the district reflects a diverse community comprised of Black, Hispanic, Asian, White, and multiracial learners, among other student backgrounds. From early childhood foundation building through high school graduation preparation, Sun Prairie offers robust academic pathways designed to foster growth and opportunity for every student in the region.

To support its growing student body, the district maintains a strong operational infrastructure backed by a substantial human resources commitment. Sun Prairie employs a total workforce of over 2,800 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members, anchored by more than 1,415 FTE teachers, 200 instructional aides, and nearly 1,185 support personnel. This well-rounded staffing model ensures that academic instruction is paired with strong administrative, specialized, and classroom-level assistance. Families, students, and education researchers looking to learn more about the district's programs and community initiatives can explore their online portal at sunprairieschools.org or contact the main administration office directly.
16
Total Schools
8,596
Total Students
1,415.1
Full-Time Teachers
6.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Sun Prairie Area School District
Demographic Student Count
White4,579
Hispanic1,053
Black1,149
Asian908
Two or More841
American Indian42
Pacific Islander6
  • White
    4,579 (53.4%)
  • Black
    1,149 (13.4%)
  • Hispanic
    1,053 (12.3%)
  • Asian
    908 (10.6%)
  • Two or More
    841 (9.8%)
  • American Indian
    42 (0.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    6 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Sun Prairie Area School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary9
Middle3
High3
Other2
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:16
Students:8,596*
Teachers (FTE):1,415.1*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.1
Schools in Sun Prairie Area School District
Found 17 Schools