High School Update: The Red Cross Shelter at HHS will close tomorrow morning at 7 a.m. The Red Cross has informed us that the need has declined and HHS is no longer necessary. The high school will, therefore, be open and run as scheduled.
Red Cross representatives also asked us to pass along a thank you to our community for their support. Thank you, Polar Bears, for all of the help and support you provided our neighbors over the last several days.
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HASD News and Announcements
HHS Back in Session Monday, April 20
High School Update: The Red Cross Shelter at HHS will close tomorrow morning at 7 a.m. The Red Cross
High School Update: The Red Cross Shelter at HHS will close tomorrow morning at 7 a.m. The Red Cross has informed us that the need has declined and HHS is no longer necessary. The high school will, therefore, be open and run as scheduled.
Red Cross representatives also asked us to pass along a thank you to our community for their support. Thank you, Polar Bears, for all of the help and support you provided our neighbors over the last several days.
HHS Students of the Month - March
Congratulations to the following HHS students, who, because of their hard work and dedication to
Congratulations to the following HHS students, who, because of their hard work and dedication to academic growth during the month of March, were recognized by their teachers:
Ava Ulman, Art (not pictured)
Alexis Brazil, Business (not pictured)
Coley Waters, English
Olivia Nysse, Family & Consumer Science (not pictured)
Vivienne Lynch, Math
Jackson Truttschel, Music
Kathryn Silha, Music (not pictured)
Ethen LaPlant, Physical Education & Health (not pictured)
Victor Sagel, Science (not pictured)
Crawford Grubele, Social Studies
Ben Ritchie, Technical Education
Ashtyn Beidel, World Languages
Way to go, Polar Bears! We are so proud of and grateful for your work.
Summer School Registration - Now Open!
HASD Summer School for students entering grades PreK-9 will be held from 8 a.m. to noon daily this
HASD Summer School for students entering grades PreK-9 will be held from 8 a.m. to noon daily this year from June 8 through June 26. Classes will be held at Hortonville Elementary School and Hortonville Middle School.
Summer School registration is now open through May 1, 2026!
Summer School provides opportunities for students to strengthen skills, explore new subjects, and stay engaged in learning throughout the summer. The course catalog is available on our Summer School web page with detailed information about all offerings.
Important: Calendar Update
Due to the changes to the schedule and the winter storm that canceled school on March 16 and 17, the
Due to the changes to the schedule and the winter storm that canceled school on March 16 and 17, the previously-schedule early release days of April 22, 2026 and May 13, 2026 will now be full days for students.
Coming Soon: Summer School!
Mark your calendars! Summer School is just around the corner. Summer School provides
Mark your calendars! Summer School is just around the corner. Summer School provides opportunities for students to strengthen skills, explore new subjects, and stay engaged in learning throughout the summer.
Dates: June 8-26, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: HES and HMS (shuttle service will be available from GES/GMS)
Registration opens Tuesday, March 17 at 9:00 a.m. and will close on May 1.
The course catalog is now available on the website. Be on the lookout for more information coming soon!
4K and K Enrollment for 26-27 is Now Open!
Enrollment is now open for all NEW students! Families with incoming 4K students (and kindergarten
Enrollment is now open for all NEW students! Families with incoming 4K students (and kindergarten students new to HASD, too) can now register in Skyward.
From the moment your child walks through our doors, they'll experience exceptional academics, personalized support, and a community that values education.
We're ready to welcome your future Polar Bear!
HASD Exceeds Expectations on State Report Cards
The Hortonville Area School District continues to demonstrate its commitment to educational
The Hortonville Area School District continues to demonstrate its commitment to educational excellence, earning an Exceeds Expectations rating with an overall accountability score of 79.5 on the 2024-25 District Report Cards released by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI).
This achievement places HASD in the top 20% of all Wisconsin school districts.
This unprecedented success tells a powerful story: 100% of HASD schools achieved top-tier ratings, with two elementary schools, Hortonville Elementary School and North Greenville Elementary School, earning the state's highest designation of Significantly Exceeds Expectations.
Academic Achievement: Building Strong Foundations
HASD students continue to outperform their peers across Wisconsin in core academic areas. The District earned an Achievement score of 78.0, surpassing 85% of districts statewide.
Excellence in English Language Arts
64.1% of students achieved proficient or advanced status in ELA, with 14.1% reaching Advanced performance levels
District ELA scores exceed the state average by 11.6 points
Steady improvement with gains from 2023-24 to 2024-25 across multiple student groups
Mathematics Mastery
67.6% of students scored proficient or advanced in Mathematics
Nearly one in four students (23.7%) achieved Advanced status, significantly above the state average of 17.2%
District mathematics scores outperformed the state average by 14.9 points
Strong performance at the middle school level, with 8th-grade mathematics scoring 85.4, well above the state average of 69.3
Student Growth: Meeting Students Where They Are
Beyond achievement, HASD excels in fostering ongoing student growth. The District's growth score of 65.1 demonstrates that HASD students are progressing at rates comparable to or better than similar students across the state.
Two schools deserve special recognition for exceptional growth:
Hortonville Elementary achieved a remarkable Growth score of 91.6, with a perfect 100.0 in Mathematics growth, placing it in the top 7% of elementary schools statewide
Greenville Middle School earned a Growth score of 70.8, ranking in the top 28% of Wisconsin middle schools
On Track to Success: Preparing for the Future
With an On-Track to Graduation score of 94.0, HASD ranks in the top 7% of Wisconsin districts in preparing students for their futures. This comprehensive measure includes:
Exceptional Attendance: A chronic absenteeism score of 95.8—meaning only 4.2% of students missed more than 10% of school days
Outstanding Graduation Rates: A 98.4% graduation rate, well above the state average of 91.9%
Strong Early Literacy: Third-grade reading proficiency of 64.9%, surpassing the state average of 50.3%
8th Grade Mathematics Readiness: District score of 85.4, far exceeding the state average of 69.3%
Individual School Spotlights
North Greenville Elementary: A Model of Excellence
With an overall score of 90.3 and a Significantly Exceeds Expectations rating, North Greenville Elementary stands as one of the top elementary schools in Wisconsin. The school's Mathematics Achievement score of 98.7 places it among the state's elite, with 84.6% of students proficient or advanced.
Hortonville Elementary: Growth Leader
Hortonville Elementary's 91.6 Growth score demonstrates exceptional year-over-year student progress. The school's perfect 100.0 in Mathematics growth shows that students are not just achieving, they're accelerating.
Greenville Middle School: Consistent High Performance
With an overall score of 82.8, Greenville Middle School excels across all priority areas. The school's 8th-grade Mathematics score of 87.2 ranks well above state averages, preparing students for high school success.
Hortonville High School: College and Career Ready
Hortonville High School maintains strong performance with a 71.5 overall score and exceptional preparation for life after graduation.
52% of students in grades 9-12 engaged in postsecondary preparation opportunities
Overall achievement score, a multi-year average of ELA and mathematics component scores, was the same or higher than 79.5% of 9-12 schools across the state
Mathematics achievement score increased 8.1 points from the previous year
98.4% four- and seven-year graduation rates
A Foundation of Collaboration and Innovation
The strong results reflected in these report cards are a direct result of HASD’s commitment to continuous improvement. Through professional learning communities, collaboration, and innovative inquiry, HASD educators work together to identify and implement strategies that support every student’s growth. This shared approach ensures that all students are empowered to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Looking Forward
As HASD celebrates these achievements, the District remains focused on its core mission: ensuring every student learns at the highest level. These report cards validate the tireless work of teachers, administrators, support staff, students, and families who make the Hortonville Area School District a place where excellence is not just expected — it's achieved every day.
