School District of Beloit

What School District of Beloit does

The School District of Beloit is a Wisconsin public school district serving more than 4,700-5,000 students across ten campuses in Beloit: six elementary schools (Converse, Gaston, Hackett, Merrill, Robinson, Todd), two middle schools (Aldrich, Fruzen), and two high schools (Beloit Memorial High School and Beloit Learning Academy). The district operates a 4K-through-12 instructional platform that includes a Dual Language Immersion program unique in Rock County, career academies at BMHS (BACH, HHES, PACMES), special education and transition services, summer school, and social-emotional and mental health support. Technology infrastructure consists of Google Workspace for Education, the Skyward student information system, Finalsite web platform, the Raptor visitor management system, and a curated set of instructional tools (BrainPOP, Lexia, Seesaw, Newsela, Xello, FastBridge, Kami, Amplify, PLTW, CommonLit, APEX, DeltaMath, Clever, Sora, epic!). The district also operates an SDB mobile app and Blackboard Messenger for family communications.

SDB is funded primarily through Wisconsin state equalization aid, local property taxes, and federal categorical funding, with the fiscal year running July 1 to June 30. Ancillary revenue streams include food service (delivered through a partnership with Chartwells under the federal Community Eligibility Provision, which provides free meals to all enrolled students), out-of-state tuition, and donations managed through the SDB Foundation Inc. Distribution is via physical campuses plus a Central Enrollment Office using Skyward Family Access for online registration; the district also accepts students via Wisconsin State Open Enrollment. The 840-person staff is supported by a 1,400+ volunteer network and partnerships with Stateline Boys and Girls Club, Greater Beloit EDC, Greater Beloit Chamber of Commerce, City of Beloit, Beloit Health System, and UW-Extension, anchored by a community-developed Portrait of a Graduate framework. Leadership is currently an Interim Superintendent (Dr. Leah Malott) following a Board of Education transition.

Name

School District of Beloit

Legal name

School District of Beloit

Website

https://sdb.k12.wi.us

Company type

Public

Founded year

1983

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

The School District of Beloit is a Wisconsin public K-12 district operating ten schools that serve more than 4,700-5,000 students with 840 staff, funded by state aid, local property taxes, and federal sources, and distinguished regionally by its Dual Language Immersion program and BMHS career academies.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Public Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Educational Services (61)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public K–12 Combined Schools (EDAJAAAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Public School Districts (K–12) (EDADABAA)

Keywords

• Public K-12 education
• Dual language immersion
• Career academy programs
• Special education services
• Early childhood education

Headquarters

HQ city

Beloit

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Public School Funding: School district funded primarily through local property taxes, state equalization aid, and federal funding. Fiscal year runs July 1 to June 30 with budget adopted in October.
2. Food Service Revenue: Partnership with Chartwells for food service operations. District participates in Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) providing free meals to all enrolled students.
3. Tuition Revenue: Out-of-state families pay tuition for enrollment. In-district transfers available for students wanting to attend schools outside their attendance area.
4. Donations and Contributions: Tax-deductible donations accepted. SDB Foundation Inc. manages charitable giving. Donations support various district programs and initiatives.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

The School District of Beloit provides public K-12 education services to more than 4,700-5,000 students in Beloit, Wisconsin. The district operates six elementary schools (4K-5), two middle schools (6-8), and two high schools (9-12), including Beloit Memorial High School with career academies and the alternative Beloit Learning Academy. Distinctive offerings include the only Dual Language Immersion program in Rock County, 4K kindergarten, summer school programs, special education and transition services, and the Grow Your Own Multicultural Teacher Scholarship Program.

Product overview

The School District of Beloit is a public school district serving over 4,700-5,000 students in Beloit, Wisconsin. The district operates a platform-plus-programs model consisting of six elementary schools (4K-5), two middle schools (6-8), and two high schools (9-12), including the comprehensive Beloit Memorial High School with career academies (BACH, HHES, PACMES) and the alternative Beloit Learning Academy. Core educational programs include 4K Kindergarten and the unique Dual Language Immersion program (the only district in Rock County offering this). The district provides summer school programs for credit recovery and enrichment, special education services with transition support, and the Grow Your Own scholarship program for future diverse educators. Student-facing digital tools include the SDB mobile app, Skyward Family Access for enrollment and grades, and various educational platforms including Google Workspace, BrainPOP, Lexia, and Xello for career planning. The district partners with Chartwells for food service, uses Raptor for visitor management, and BoardDocs for governance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 4K Kindergarten Program Four-year-old kindergarten program that prepares children for kindergarten by developing positive social skills, early literacy and math skills. The only district in Rock County to offer Dual Language Immersion starting in 4K.
• Dual Language Immersion Program Bilingual education program available starting in 4K and Kindergarten, providing multicultural learning and growth opportunities. The School District of Beloit is the only district in Rock County offering this program.
• Summer School Programs Summer educational programs for students grades 4K through 12, offering credit recovery, initial credit courses, and enrichment opportunities. Programs held at elementary schools, middle schools, and Beloit Memorial High School with meals provided.
• Beloit Memorial High School Academies Career-focused academy structure at BMHS including BACH Academy (Business, Arts, Communications, Hospitality), HHES Academy (Health, Human, Educational Services), PACMES Academy (Public Service, Automotive, Construction, Manufacturing, Engineering, Science), plus Freshman Academy for new students.
• Elementary Schools (Converse, Gaston, Hackett, Merrill, Robinson, Todd) Six elementary schools serving students in grades 4K through 5, each offering comprehensive academic programs, special education services, and family support through Family Advocates.
• Middle Schools (Aldrich, Fruzen) Two middle schools serving students in grades 6-8, offering core academic programs, career exploration through Xello, and elective courses including art, band, orchestra, and CTE courses.
• Beloit Memorial High School Comprehensive high school serving grades 9-12 with career academies, college preparation, extracurricular activities, and athletic programs. Home to approximately 1,500+ students.
• Beloit Learning Academy Alternative education program providing flexible learning options for students who may benefit from non-traditional educational settings.
• Special Education Services Comprehensive special education programming including individualized education programs (IEPs), transition services for students with disabilities, and McKinney-Vento support for homeless students.
• Transition Services Programs and resources for students with disabilities ages 18-21, including employment resources, higher education guidance, legal and county resources, and life skills preparation.

Quantifiable outcome

• Free meals provided to all 5,000+ enrolled students through Community Eligibility Provision
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration21 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ChartwellscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChartwells is the district's food service provider partner, offering nutritious meals to students and staff. The partnership enables the district to participate in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) providing free meals to all enrolled students.
• Stateline Boys and Girls ClubcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner involved in Portrait of a Graduate initiative. CEO Mark Rand participated in developing the graduate profile for the district.
• Greater Beloit Economic Development CorporationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPresident/CEO Drew Pennington participated in Portrait of a Graduate development. Corporation supports workforce pipeline development through school district partnerships.
• Greater Beloit Chamber of CommercecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerExecutive Director Aimee Thurner participated in Portrait of a Graduate development, supporting talent pipeline initiatives for the greater Beloit area.
• City of BeloitcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCity of Beloit Council President Regina Dunkin and Public Housing Coordinator Tara Dunn participated in Portrait of a Graduate development. District collaborates with city on safety and weather-related school closings.
• UW-ExtensionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUW-Extension partners with the district to offer the Cooking with Curiosity course in middle school summer school program (grades 6-8).
• Beloit Health SystemminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBeloit Health System Counseling Center provides mental health services to students through the Student Health and Wellness Services department.
• Volunteer Partners (1,400+)coreOthersOver 1,400 volunteers support district programs. Volunteers must be at least 16 years old, complete application, and submit to background investigation. Applications valid from August 1 through July 31.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• EdisonLearning: Education services provider operating alternative and partnership programs for school districts nationwide. Overlaps with SDB in the alternative education space (similar to Beloit Learning Academy) and in district partnership programming.
• Milwaukee Public Schools: Largest Wisconsin public school district and a broad incumbent in the same public K-12 space. Operates many of the same program types (dual language, career academies, special education) at substantially greater scale, providing a reference point for urban district operations.

Direct peers

• Racine Unified School District: Southeastern Wisconsin urban public school district with comparable demographic mix and socioeconomic challenges. Operates similar K-12 structures and serves as a peer for evaluating urban district programming, dual language offerings, and academy models.
• Madison Metropolitan School District: Larger Wisconsin public school district operating a K-12 portfolio with comparable program diversification including dual language immersion, career pathways, and significant DEI initiatives. Relevant peer for strategic and operational benchmarks, though at materially greater scale.
• Green Bay Area Public School District: Wisconsin public school district serving a comparable urban-fringe population with similar demographic and economic indicators. Closely aligned in governance, funding mechanics, and program structure to the School District of Beloit.
• Kenosha Unified School District: Mid-sized urban-suburban Wisconsin public school district serving a similarly diverse student body. Comparable in operating model, governance structure, and reliance on state equalization aid, making it a strong peer for benchmarking funding and program design.
• School District of Janesville: Neighboring Rock County, Wisconsin public school district of similar scale and demographic profile. Operates a comparable K-12 structure across elementary, middle, and high schools and is the most direct geographic and demographic peer to the School District of Beloit.
• Sheboygan Area School District: Mid-sized Wisconsin public school district with comparable student demographics and reliance on state equalization aid. Comparable operating scale and K-12 service model to the School District of Beloit.

Others

• Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction: State-level education authority that oversees public K-12 districts in Wisconsin, sets policy, and administers funding. Not a competitor but the regulatory counterpart whose decisions directly shape the School District of Beloit's operating environment.

Emerging players

• KIPP Foundation: National charter school network focused on underserved urban communities with student demographics similar to SDB's population. Functions as an alternative K-12 model serving a comparable mission-driven niche, with partial overlap on family choice and open enrollment-style competition.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks1 record

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCzJaOU2z_5hIYfBporAsunQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/schooldistrictbeloit
• Instagraminstagram.com/schooldistrictofbeloit
• Xx.com/BeloitSchools

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

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