What are the responsibilities and job description for the Superintendent position at School District of Onalaska?
The School District of Onalaska seeks a visionary educational leader with exceptional communication and collaborative management skills. The ideal candidate will exemplify approachability, integrity, and the ability to unite the school board, staff, families, and community in partnerships that sustain a high quality school system. Candidates must hold or be eligible for a Wisconsin superintendent’s license. The application process can be found on the WASB website: https://wasb.myrevelus.com/client/search/100
The School District of Onalaska is a public school district located in Western Wisconsin and is regionally recognized for providing opportunities to students of all ages to learn, grow, and succeed. Along with being a district of choice as shown by our high percentage of open enrollment compared to neighboring districts, our five schools span just 14-square miles making for one of the geographically smallest districts in the state thus offering an intimate and neighborly experience for all involved. These distinctions, along with many others, contribute to our students’ positive post-graduation readiness, staff engagement and retention, and longstanding community support.
OUR MISSION
Working together to ensure high levels of learning for all.
OUR VISION
A model school district in service of students, staff, and community.
HIGHLIGHTS
District Grades: PK-12
Enrollment: 2,906
Operating Budget: $53M
Teachers: 246
Total Staff: 426
OUR SCHOOLS
6 Early Learning Partner Locations
Eagle Bluff Elementary School (grades PK-5)
Irving Pertzsch Elementary School (grades PK-5)
Northern Hills Elementary School (grades PK-5)
Onalaska Middle School (grades 6-8)
Onalaska High School (grades 9-12)
PRIDE POINTS
- In 2024-25, our district was rated as a 4 Star District - Exceeds Expectations by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
- Onalaska High School, Eagle Bluff Elementary, and Northern Hills Elementary are on U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Schools” list.
- According to Niche, our district is ranked the #23 out of 367 districts in the state of Wisconsin. All three of our Elementary Schools rank in the top 5 of Niche’s Best Elementary Schools in La Crosse County.
- Onalaska High School boasts a 99% graduation rate with a 76% college acceptance rate.
