Journey

www.ripon.k12.wi.us

198 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 2nd

School Overview

Based on information from the Ripon Area School District, **Journey Charter School** is an innovative, project-based learning institution located in Ripon, Wisconsin. Designed for students in grades 4K through 8, the school focuses on a "learning by doing" philosophy that prioritizes hands-on experiences, real-world problem solving, and individualized instruction. By integrating community partnerships and a flexible curriculum, Journey aims to foster critical thinking, collaboration, and a sense of stewardship in its students.

The school is distinguished by its collaborative environment, which encourages students to take an active role in their educational journey through student-led projects and personalized learning plans. Rather than relying solely on traditional textbooks, Journey emphasizes experiential learning, allowing students to explore their interests while meeting rigorous academic standards. Its commitment to a close-knit, supportive community makes it a unique alternative for families seeking a highly engaged and dynamic approach to K-8 education within the Ripon area.

198

Total Students

13.7

Full-Time Teachers

14.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

89.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Journey
Demographic	Student Count
White	159
Hispanic	24
Black	6
Two or More	9

White
159 (80.3 %)
Hispanic
24 (12.1 %)
Two or More
9 (4.5 %)
Black
6 (3.0 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Ripon Area School District
Phone:	(920)748-1550
Website:	http://www.ripon.k12.wi.us
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 2nd
Total Students:	198
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	13.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	147
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	31

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 78

Kindergarten 42

Grade 1 40

Grade 2 38