Wisconsin schools struggling under funding system consider next steps after referendum results

By: Baylor Spears

Outlets: Wisconsin Examiner

Published: April 9, 2026

Words: 1,574

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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There were over 70 school referendum questions on ballots across Wisconsin Tuesday, and according to preliminary results, about 62% passed and 38% failed.

The results determine whether school districts can keep up with costs, will need to make difficult decisions about cuts or even put themselves on a path to consolidation or dissolution. April ballot measures are just the latest round of school funding requests as school districts continue to struggle under the state’s current …

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