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Sheboygan County Schools & Education

School Score

68/100

Percentile-style score

Score Band

Midrange Signal

Graduation Rate

92.9%

National avg 87.5%

Education Statistics

Graduation Rate

92.9%

National avg 87.5%

State avg 91.8%

Per-Pupil Spending

$7,864

National avg $13,239

State avg $8,113

School Score

68/100

Percentile-style score

State avg 65/100

State Score Position

#35

of 72 counties by score

Education Data Brief: Sheboygan County

Measured School Summary

Sheboygan County performs at an average level with a school score of 68/100 and a solid graduation rate of 92.9%.

Funding Context

At $7,864 per pupil, Sheboygan County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.

Neighbor Context

Its school score is 4% above the Wisconsin average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 1.1 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 3% lower than the state norm.

School Data Brief

How to read Sheboygan County before comparing districts

County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.

Local context that changes the interpretation

50 public schools and 8 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.

Overall screen

68/100

Mixed county signal. Ranks #35 of 72 Wisconsin counties with school score data.

Completion

92.9%

1.1 pts above the state average

Funding context

$7,864

$249 below the state average

School coverage

50

8 districts represented in the county school list.

Start with measured county context

This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.

Check the local school mix

Sheboygan County has 50 public schools across 8 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.

Verify local rules

Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.

Parent decision brief

What Sheboygan County school data means before you move

County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.

Large multi-district county

Sheboygan County has many school records across many districts. County averages are only the opening screen; neighborhood-level assignment and grade-band fit matter more here.

State position

#35

of 72 Wisconsin counties with school score data. The county score is 3 points above the state average.

Data confidence

Usable

3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.

K-12 continuity check

These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.

Plymouth Joint School District

Elementary to high school visible

2,110 students

Elementary 3Middle 1High 1Other 0

5 listed schools in this county slice.

Sheboygan Falls School District

Elementary to high school visible

1,581 students

Elementary 1Middle 1High 1Other 0

3 listed schools in this county slice.

Oostburg School District

Elementary to high school visible

1,006 students

Elementary 1Middle 1High 1Other 0

3 listed schools in this county slice.

Howards Grove School District

Elementary to high school visible

925 students

Elementary 1Middle 1High 1Other 0

3 listed schools in this county slice.

District reality check

Plymouth Joint School District is the largest listed district slice, with 5 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.

What the data cannot tell you

NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.

Questions to ask before choosing an address

Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Sheboygan County?

Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Sheboygan County district systems?

What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?

Which charter, magnet, or virtual options require a lottery, application window, separate transportation plan, or address eligibility check?

Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?

Education Overview

About Schools in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin

This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.

A Large and Diverse School System

Sheboygan County features 50 public schools across eight districts, supporting a massive student body of 17,822. This robust infrastructure includes 23 elementary schools and 14 high schools to serve a growing population.

Strong Districts and Plentiful Charter Options

The Plymouth Joint School District is a major local anchor with 2,110 students. The county also embraces innovation with eight charter schools, making up 16% of the total public school offerings.

A Blend of Urban and Suburban Vibes

Students experience a wide range of settings, with 22 schools in city locales and 11 in suburban areas. While the average school size is 356, North High in Sheboygan stands out as a large campus with 1,537 students.

School Overview

Total Schools

50

in Sheboygan County

Reported Enrollment

17,822

50 schools reporting

School Districts

8

districts

Charter Schools

8

16% of total

School Level Breakdown

Elementary23
Middle12
High14
Other1

8 School Districts in Sheboygan County

Plymouth Joint School District

5 schools
2,110 students

Sheboygan Falls School District

3 schools
1,581 students

Oostburg School District

3 schools
1,006 students

Howards Grove School District

3 schools
925 students

Cedar Grove-Belgium Area School District

3 schools
910 students

Kohler School District

3 schools
714 students

Random Lake School District

3 schools
687 students

Elkhart Lake-Glenbeulah School District

2 schools
480 students

50 Public Schools in Sheboygan County

Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 2 high-enrollment schools; every NCES public school remains listed here.

NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance data

Level

Showing 20 of 50 matching schools

North High

Sheboygan Area School District

Sheboygan, 53083 / City: Small

Profile9–12High1,537 students

South High

Sheboygan Area School District

Sheboygan, 53081 / City: Small

Profile9–12High1,131 students

Plymouth High

Plymouth Joint School District

Plymouth, 53073 / Town: Fringe

Record9–12High746 students

Sheboygan Falls Elementary

Sheboygan Falls School District

Sheboygan Falls, 53085 / Suburb: Small

RecordPK–4Primary602 students

Riverview Middle

Plymouth Joint School District

Plymouth, 53073 / Town: Fringe

Record5–8Middle590 students

Horace Mann Middle

Sheboygan Area School District

Sheboygan, 53081 / City: Small

Record6–8Middle583 students

Urban Middle

Sheboygan Area School District

Sheboygan, 53083 / City: Small

Record6–8Middle562 students

Early Learning Center

Sheboygan Area School District

Sheboygan, 53081 / City: Small

RecordPKOther560 students

Farnsworth Middle

Sheboygan Area School District

Sheboygan, 53081 / City: Small

Record6–8Middle514 students

Sheboygan Falls High

Sheboygan Falls School District

Sheboygan Falls, 53085 / Suburb: Small

Record9–12High511 students

Wilson Elementary

Sheboygan Area School District

Sheboygan, 53081 / City: Small

RecordPK–5Primary481 students

Oostburg Elementary

Oostburg School District

Oostburg, 53070 / Town: Fringe

RecordPK–5Primary475 students

Sheboygan Falls Middle

Sheboygan Falls School District

Sheboygan Falls, 53085 / Suburb: Small

Record5–8Middle468 students

Lake Country Academy - Charter

Sheboygan Area School District

Sheboygan, 53083 / Suburb: Small

RecordPK–8Charter435 students

Lincoln-Erdman Elementary

Sheboygan Area School District

Sheboygan, 53083 / Suburb: Small

RecordPK–5Primary394 students

Northview Elementary

Howards Grove School District

Howards Grove, 53083 / Suburb: Small

RecordPK–4Primary375 students

Cedar Grove-Belgium Elementary

Cedar Grove-Belgium Area School District

Cedar Grove, 53013 / Rural: Distant

RecordPK–4Primary366 students

James Madison Elementary

Sheboygan Area School District

Sheboygan, 53081 / City: Small

RecordPK–5Primary357 students

Elkhart Lake Elementary/Middle

Elkhart Lake-Glenbeulah School District

Elkhart Lake, 53020 / Rural: Distant

RecordPK–8Primary332 students

Grant Elementary

Sheboygan Area School District

Sheboygan, 53081 / City: Small

RecordPK–5Primary332 students

Education Funding Detail

Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure

$7,864

State avg $8,113

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which Wisconsin counties have the highest graduation rates?
Ozaukee County (97.6%), Oneida County (96.8%), and Vilas County (96.1%) currently lead Wisconsin among counties with available NCES four-year adjusted cohort graduation-rate data. This answer is generated from the same dataset used in the county table and can change when federal data refreshes.
What is per-pupil spending like in Wisconsin?
Across Wisconsin counties with available NCES district-finance data, average per-pupil spending is $8,113. The highest current county values are Bayfield County ($10,665), Vilas County ($10,435), and Florence County ($10,426). Compare counties in the table before treating the statewide average as representative of a local district.
How should I read the school score in Sheboygan County?
Sheboygan County has a school score of 68/100, which is a midrange measured signal in this county-level index. This score is calculated from available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance data, with school-level records shown separately below.
What is the graduation rate in Sheboygan County?
The high school graduation rate in Sheboygan County is 92.9%, which is above the national average of 87.5%. This figure is based on NCES district-level data for public high schools in the county.
How much does Sheboygan County spend per student?
Sheboygan County spends $7,864 per pupil annually on public education, based on NCES district finance data. Current operating spending per fall enrollment, including instruction, support services, administration, transportation, and operations. It excludes capital outlays and debt service in the SchoolsByCounty methodology.

Frequently Asked Questions

Schools in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin — FAQ

What does the school system look like in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin?

Sheboygan County features 50 public schools across eight districts, supporting a massive student body of 17,822. This robust infrastructure includes 23 elementary schools and 14 high schools to serve a growing population.

What are the major school districts in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin?

The Plymouth Joint School District is a major local anchor with 2,110 students. The county also embraces innovation with eight charter schools, making up 16% of the total public school offerings.

What is the school experience like in Sheboygan County?

Students experience a wide range of settings, with 22 schools in city locales and 11 in suburban areas. While the average school size is 356, North High in Sheboygan stands out as a large campus with 1,537 students.

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By Evan Brooks, Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor

Data Sources

Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.

Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.