Wisconsin School Calendars

264 school districts

Wisconsin has 262 school districts across 257 cities with calendar data for the 2025-26 school year. Districts average 177 instructional days per year.

Academic Calendar Overview

Wisconsin school districts follow a 2025-26 academic calendar that spans from July 28, 2025 through June 25, 2026. With 262 districts across 257 cities and communities, Wisconsin families have a wide range of schedules to navigate depending on where they live. Understanding when school starts, when breaks fall, and how many instructional days your child will have helps parents plan vacations, childcare, and family activities around the academic year. With an average of 177 instructional days required per year, Wisconsin school districts must carefully balance state mandates with local scheduling needs, including teacher planning days, professional development, and weather makeup days.

When Does School Start?

The earliest Wisconsin districts begin classes on July 28, 2025, while others do not start until September 9, 2025 — a spread of 43 days that reflects the diverse local priorities and climate conditions across the state. Districts that start earlier in the summer tend to align breaks with local events or agricultural cycles, while later-starting districts may preserve more of the traditional summer for families. This variation means a family moving from one Wisconsin district to another could encounter a schedule shift of several weeks, making it important to verify your specific district's calendar each year. Across Wisconsin, districts average 177 instructional days — a figure set by state education mandates but often exceeded by individual districts that build in additional learning time.

Break Schedules

For the 2025-26 academic year, the most common spring break window in Wisconsin runs from March 30, 2026 through April 3, 2026, a schedule shared by 49 districts. Families planning spring travel should be aware that while this is the dominant pattern, not all Wisconsin districts follow the same dates — some districts schedule spring break a week earlier or later based on local traditions or the academic calendar layout. Winter break — the longest scheduled recess of the school year — most commonly begins December 22, 2025 and runs through January 2, 2026 for 115 Wisconsin districts. This multi-week window is a critical planning period for families booking holiday travel, managing childcare during the break, and coordinating with extended family schedules.

Data Sources & Accuracy

Major Wisconsin communities including Peshtigo, Little Chute, Greenleaf, and Beloit are represented in our dataset, alongside hundreds of smaller districts across the state. All calendar data on this site is sourced directly from official Wisconsin school district websites, PDF calendars, and district-published iCal feeds. The data is refreshed regularly to reflect mid-year amendments, snow day adjustments, and any changes announced by districts after the start of the school year. While we work to keep information current, parents should always verify critical dates — such as the first day of school, standardized testing windows, and graduation ceremonies — against their district's official website or the district office directly. Use the district links below to navigate to your specific school calendar page, where you can view the full schedule and download an iCal file for Apple Calendar, Google Calendar, or Outlook.

First Day of School
Jul 28Sep 9
Last Day of School
May 4Jun 25
Most Common Spring Break
Mar 30Apr 3
49 districts
Most Common Winter Break
Dec 22Jan 2
115 districts

Top Cities by District Count

Peshtigo(2)Little Chute(2)Greenleaf(2)Beloit(2)Augusta(2)Wyeville(1)Wonewoc(1)Wisconsin Rapids(1)Wisconsin Dells(1)Wiota(1)

Compare School Calendars

Showing districts with available 2025-26 calendar data. Data updates daily.

DistrictFirst DayLast DaySpring BreakWinter Break
Albany School DistrictAug 28May 22Mar 30Dec 22
Alma School DistrictAug 18May 27Mar 9Dec 22
Amery School DistrictAug 18May 27Mar 9Dec 22
Augusta School DistrictAug 25May 29Mar 16Dec 22
Baldwin-Woodville Area School DistrictAug 27Jun 3Mar 9Dec 22
Baraboo School DistrictSep 2Jun 9Mar 28Dec 22
Barron Area School DistrictAug 27Jun 3Mar 16Dec 24
Bayfield School DistrictSep 2Jun 11Mar 30Dec 22
Beaver Dam School DistrictSep 2Jun 3Mar 16Dec 24
Beecher-Dunbar-Pembine School DistrictSep 2Jun 11Apr 6Dec 22
Belleville School DistrictSep 2Jun 5Mar 30Dec 22
Belmont Community School DistrictAug 27Jun 3Mar 30Dec 23
Beloit School DistrictAug 18May 27Mar 9Dec 22
Beloit Turner School DistrictAug 13May 21Mar 16Dec 22
Benton School DistrictSep 2May 29Apr 2Dec 23
Berlin Area School DistrictAug 28Jun 15Apr 13Dec 22
Black Hawk School DistrictSep 2May 28Apr 2Dec 24
Black River Falls School DistrictSep 2May 29Mar 12Dec 24
Bloomer School DistrictSep 2Jun 5Mar 9Dec 24
Bonduel School DistrictSep 2Jun 4Mar 30Dec 24

A4 districts

B20 districts

C16 districts

D10 districts

E8 districts

F9 districts

G12 districts

H12 districts

I2 districts

J2 districts

K8 districts

L11 districts

M33 districts

N16 districts

O8 districts

P18 districts

R14 districts

S26 districts

T6 districts

U1 district

V2 districts

W26 districts

Frequently Asked Questions

When does school start in Wisconsin?

For the 2025-26 school year, the first day of school in Wisconsin ranges from July 28, 2025 to September 9, 2025, depending on the district. Check individual district calendars below for exact dates.

When is the last day of school in Wisconsin?

The last day of school in Wisconsin for 2025-26 ranges from May 4, 2026 to June 25, 2026. Each district sets its own end date based on local scheduling.

When is spring break in Wisconsin?

The most common spring break dates in Wisconsin for 2025-26 are March 30, 2026 to April 3, 2026, shared by 49 districts. Other districts may have different dates — check your district's calendar for exact spring break timing.

How many school districts are in Wisconsin?

We have calendar data for 262 school districts in Wisconsin, spanning 257 cities. The average school year includes 177 instructional days.