Richland School District Superintendent Shelley Redinger (2023) | Shelley Redinger
Richland School District Superintendent Shelley Redinger (2023) | Shelley Redinger
Of the 1,440 students attending Richland County district schools, 83.3% were white. Hispanic students were the second largest ethnic group within Richland County's districts, making up 10.4% of the student body.
In the previous school year, white students were also the most common group in Richland County districts, representing 84% of the student body.
Ithaca School District had the most diverse student body in the county, which included American Indian, Asian, African American, Hispanic, Pacific Islander, multiracial, and white.
In the 2024-25 school year, the total number of students enrolled in school districts in the county dropped to 3% compared to the previous year.
The main offices of all districts mentioned in the story are located in cities associated with Richland 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.
| District | Most Prevalent | Percent of Total Student Body | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ithaca School District | White | 91.5% | 319 |
| Richland School District | White | 81% | 1,121 |
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