Wisconsin School for the Deaf is located in Delavan, Wisconsin. The school has been serving Wisconsin鈥檚 deaf and hard of hearing children since 1852. WSD has an average enrollment of 130 students. The highest enrollment was 215 in 1980, and the lowest was 113 in 2007.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
n/a
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1852
School Calendar
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades does Wisconsin School For The Deaf offer ?
Wisconsin School For The Deaf offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wisconsin School For The Deaf part of?
Wisconsin School For The Deaf is part of Wisconsin Department Of Public Instruction School District.
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