FOND DU LAC STEM INSTITUTE

Fond du Lac STEM Institute is a public charter middle school that is part of the Fond du Lac School District school district, located in Fond du Lac, WI with about 112 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 10th Grade. With about 6 teachers, Fond du Lac STEM Institute has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Fond du Lac STEM Institute, located in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, is a specialized educational program within the Fond du Lac School District that focuses on a rigorous, project-based curriculum centered on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Designed to foster innovation and critical thinking, the school emphasizes hands-on learning experiences that connect classroom concepts to real-world applications. By integrating these technical disciplines into their daily studies, students are encouraged to develop essential 21st-century skills such as collaboration, problem-solving, and digital literacy.

As a choice program, the Institute aims to prepare students for future academic and professional success in an increasingly tech-driven global economy. The learning environment is structured to be highly engaging, often utilizing collaborative workspaces and modern technology to support deep inquiry and student-led projects. Through its partnership with the broader district, the STEM Institute provides a unique alternative for students who thrive in an environment that prioritizes interdisciplinary connections and creative exploration over traditional textbook-heavy instruction.

For more information, contact Fond du Lac STEM Institute at (920) 906-6722 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

401 S Military Rd
Fond du Lac, WI 54935
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FOND DU LAC STEM INSTITUTE is a public Charter school in Fond du Lac, WI with about 112 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Wisconsin

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
Yes
Fond du Lac School District
Total Students:
112
Teachers:
6.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 112 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending FOND DU LAC STEM INSTITUTE is predominantly White, representing about 89% of the student body.

White
89.3%
Two or more races
4.5%
Black or African American
3.6%
Hispanic/Latino
1.8%
Asian
0.9%

Female
39.3%
Male
60.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.