There were 33,945 students enrolled in Outagamie County school districts in the 2024-25 school year, 0.9% less than the previous year, according to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
The county’s data showed that 12th grade had the largest enrollment, with 2,863 students, while pre-kindergarten saw the smallest, with 1,825 students.
Countywide, Appleton Area School District welcomed the most students during the 2024-25 school year.
The main offices of all districts mentioned in the article are located in cities associated with Outagamie County.
Wisconsin ranks 22nd in the U.S. for public education spending, with an annual expenditure of over $16,500 per pupil, totaling $13.8 billion.
Enrollment in Outagamie County Over 10 Years
Enrollment in Outagamie County During 2024-25 School Year
| District | Total Enrollment in 2024-25 | Total Enrollment in 2023-24 | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appleton Area School District | 14,994 | 15,230 | -1.5% |
| Freedom Area School District | 1,540 | 1,539 | 0.1% |
| Hortonville Area School District | 4,214 | 4,281 | -1.6% |
| Kaukauna Area School District | 4,044 | 4,046 | less than -0.1% |
| Kimberly Area School District | 5,070 | 5,058 | 0.2% |
| Little Chute Area School District | 1,586 | 1,567 | 1.2% |
| Seymour Community School District | 1,772 | 1,800 | -1.6% |
| Shiocton School District | 725 | 721 | 0.6% |
