Turtle Lake School District

Located at 205 Oak Street North in Turtle Lake, Wisconsin, the Turtle Lake School District serves as an active, traditional public school system rooted in a remote rural setting within the broader Rice Lake region. Operating four distinct academic facilities, the district offers seamless educational pathways spanning from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade. The district maintains a close-knit student body of 449 learners, reflecting an almost equal gender balance of 225 female and 224 male students. This manageable enrollment spans early childhood development programs, elementary and middle school cohorts, and secondary high school tracks, fostering a tight-knit, community-centered atmosphere where students receive continuous support throughout their academic journey.

To support its educational mission, the district benefits from an exceptionally strong staffing infrastructure. The district employs approximately 82 full-time equivalent teachers alongside more than 60 support staff members and instructional aides, bringing the total district workforce to roughly 145 full-time equivalent positions. This dedicated team ensures low student-to-educator ratios, enabling highly personalized instruction and tailored academic support across all grade levels. Operating as an open, traditional public school district, Turtle Lake remains committed to delivering accessible, well-resourced education. Community members, prospective families, and researchers can explore further details on local programs and district initiatives by visiting the district’s web portal at turtlelake.k12.wi.us or contacting the main administration offices directly.