Education

Racine Education Impact

Well-educated citizens are Racine’s most important asset. Students from high-quality schools become skilled, productive members of the workforce and are vital to the City’s economy as employees, business owners, and consumers. Pinpointing strengths and weaknesses in the curriculum is key to maximizing student potential. In order to maintain and grow the City’s economy, students must be encouraged to graduate and pursue post-high school education. This section contains information on Racine Unified School District’s graduation rates and standardized testing results.

Graduation and College Entrance Rates

Last year, over 80% of students in the Racine Unified School District (RUSD) graduated from high school within four years. The district’s four-year graduation rate increased from 78% in 2019 to 84% in 2024.

Source:

Wisconsin Information System for Education Data Dashboard (WISEDash)

Standardized Testing

During the 2024-25 academic year, Racine Unified was consistently placed below statewide levels in 3rd through 10th grade standardized subject testing, although higher than Milwaukee Public Schools.

Source:

Wisconsin Information System for Education Data Dashboard (WISEDash)

Population of Education Level

City of Racine residents have a large educational distribution. The highest groups consist of high school graduates and those with some college and associates degree, with the lowest of graduate and professional degrees. Over the years, both bachelors and graduate degree rates have gone up.

Source:

U.S. Census

 

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