What grades does Kettle Moraine Explore serve?

Kettle Moraine Explore operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Wales area.

Where is Kettle Moraine Explore located?

Kettle Moraine Explore is a town school in Wales, WI.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kettle Moraine Explore?

The student-teacher ratio at Kettle Moraine Explore is 17.4:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

Is Kettle Moraine Explore a charter school?

Kettle Moraine Explore operates as a charter school. It is publicly funded but has more autonomy than traditional public schools in curriculum and operations.

What schools are in Wales, WI?

Schools in Wales include Kettle Moraine Explore and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Wales area.

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Kettle Moraine Explore — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Wales, Wisconsin|Kettle Moraine School District

Wales, WI 53183

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Wed

Early Release for Studentshalf_dayDistrict-wide

Oct

Wed

Early Release for Studentshalf_dayDistrict-wide

Oct

Fri

NO SCHOOL ELEMENTARY ONLY - Professional DevelopmentStaff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Nov

Mon

KMMS Parent Teacher ConferencesStaff DayDistrict-wide

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Nov

Wed

KMMS Parent Teacher ConferencesStaff DayDistrict-wide

Review the conference schedule for appointment times and sign-up procedures.

Nov

Wed

Early Release for Studentshalf_dayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

K–5

Enrollment

122

Student:Teacher

17.4:1

Locale

Town

District

Kettle Moraine School District

Econ. Disadvantaged

13.9%

Phone

(262)968-6400

Charter School

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

50-54%

Math Proficiency

60-64%

Chronic Absenteeism

8.0%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

1 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.7:1

Worse than average in WI

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

113

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

8.18

100% fully certified

Counselors

0.2

School Resource Officers

0.0099999998

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,261

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,310

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$20,508

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 7%State 22%Local 71%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$369,611

+5.0% 1yr+36.5% 5yr

Milwaukee, WI metro area

Community Need Level

Low

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

8.2%

Below 150% poverty line

2.6%

Unemployment rate

3.1%

Uninsured residents

3.2%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

572

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

523

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Speech/Language Impairment

182 (35%)

Other Health Impairment

110 (21%)

Specific Learning Disability

107 (20%)

Autism

49 (9%)

Emotional Disturbance

24 (5%)

Intellectual Disability

10 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

137

Current enrollment

Stable(+1% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Oct 21, 2026

Early Release for Students

half_day

Wed, Oct 28, 2026

Early Release for Students

half_day

Fri, Oct 30, 2026

NO SCHOOL ELEMENTARY ONLY - Professional Development

Review the school calendar for the full closure dates and any makeup day information.

Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Kettle Moraine School District. Kettle Moraine Explore follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Wed, Sep 2, 2026	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	No School ~ Labor DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Sep 16, 2026	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Sep 23, 2026	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Sep 28, 2026	NO SCHOOL ALL STUDENTS - Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for details on this professional development day.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Sep 30, 2026	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Oct 28, 2026	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	NO SCHOOL ELEMENTARY ONLY - Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the full closure dates and any makeup day information.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	KMMS Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Review the conference schedule for appointment times and sign-up procedures.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 4, 2026	KMMS Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Review the conference schedule for appointment times and sign-up procedures.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 4, 2026	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Thu, Nov 5, 2026	KMMS Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Review the conference schedule for appointment times and sign-up procedures.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	NO SCHOOL - THANKSGIVING BREAKDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete Thanksgiving break dates.	Break	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	No School - ThanksgivingDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Fri, Nov 27, 2026	No School - Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete Thanksgiving break dates.	Break	—
Wed, Dec 2, 2026	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Sat, Dec 5, 2026	Breakfast with SantaDistrict-wide Review the event notice for participation details and schedule.	Break	—
Wed, Dec 9, 2026	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Dec 16, 2026	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	No School - Winter BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Wed, Dec 30, 2026	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Jan 6, 2027	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Jan 13, 2027	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	NO SCHOOL - ALL STUDENTS Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for details on this professional development day.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Jan 20, 2027	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Jan 27, 2027	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Feb 3, 2027	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Feb 10, 2027	KMMS Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Review the conference schedule for appointment times and sign-up procedures.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Feb 10, 2027	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Thu, Feb 11, 2027	KMMS Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Review the conference schedule for appointment times and sign-up procedures.	Staff Day	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	No School ~ Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Feb 17, 2027	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Feb 24, 2027	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Mar 3, 2027	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Tue, Mar 9, 2027	VIRTUAL DAY GRADES 9, 10, 12 - ACT Testing for JuniorsDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Mar 10, 2027	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	NO SCHOOL ELEMENTARY ONLY - Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the full closure dates and any makeup day information.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Mar 17, 2027	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	No School - Spring BreakDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete spring break dates.	Break	—
Wed, Mar 24, 2027	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Mar 31, 2027	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Apr 7, 2027	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Apr 7, 2027	Pre-ACT/Forward Testing (9th & 10th Grade) KMHS Campus 11,12 VirtualDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Apr 7, 2027	HS Parent/Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for conference dates, times and registration details.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Apr 14, 2027	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Apr 21, 2027	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Apr 28, 2027	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, May 5, 2027	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, May 12, 2027	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, May 19, 2027	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	No School ~ Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial DayDistrict-wide Check the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—