Warsaw Community School Corporation

What Warsaw Community School Corporation does

Warsaw Community School Corporation is a public K-12 school district and political subdivision of the State of Indiana, headquartered at 1 Administration Dr, Warsaw, IN 46580, and operating under an elected Board of School Trustees. The district serves approximately 6,700 students across 13 educational facilities, employing roughly 1,100 staff members. Its operating perimeter encompasses eight elementary schools (Claypool, Eisenhower, Harrison, Jefferson, Leesburg, Lincoln, Madison, Washington), two middle schools (Edgewood and Lakeview), Warsaw Community High School, Warsaw Area Career Center (WACC), Gateway Education Center, and Warsaw Adult Education. Notable specializations include five state-certified STEM schools, a K-12 Spanish Dual Language Immersion pathway across four buildings, the Leader In Me framework at two elementary schools, and the Project Lead The Way (PLTW) curriculum at the middle school level. The district reported a 96.8% graduation rate for the class of 2025 and offers 115+ dual credit and AP courses through WCHS and WACC, generating an estimated $4.5 million in annual tuition savings for community families.

The district operates a standard public-education revenue model with no K-12 tuition. Funding flows from Indiana state per-pupil allocations, local property tax levies in Kosciusko County, federal grants, and supplementary revenue from facility rentals (Performing Arts Center, Tiger Recreational Activity Center), fee-based programs (adult education, summer meals, iPad protection at $30/device/year), and private philanthropy. Its educational technology stack is composed of off-the-shelf platforms: Canvas LMS, PowerSchool SIS, Illuminate assessment, ParentSquare/StudentSquare communication, SchoolPay, PeachJar, and a 1:1 iPad device program supported by Secured Tech Solutions. Operations are managed through eSuite (Tyler Technologies) for HR/payroll, Frontline Education for absence management, TalentEd for employee records, and Eduphoria for professional development. The district is led by Superintendent Dr. David Hoffert, CFO/HR Director Steven Boyer, and Chief Communications and Strategic Partnerships Officer Krista Polston (MBA).

Warsaw Community Schools maintains deep community embedment through multi-stakeholder partnerships with Zimmer Biomet Foundation, Kosciusko Community Hospital, K21 Health Foundation, 1st Source Bank Foundation, SYM Financial Advisors, Lutheran EMS, Warsaw Education Foundation (operating since 1987), DreamOn Studios, OrthoWorx, Grace College, Johnson & Johnson, and Wagon Wheel Theatre. Recent strategic activity includes a 2026 long-term facility plan to consolidate both middle schools at the Lakeview campus, district-wide pursuit of Project ADAM Heart Safe certification with Lutheran EMS by end of 2026, and substantial private capital inflows supporting STEM expansion, a new Student Activity Center, and athletic infrastructure. The district is currently planning its 2026-27 school year with an August 7 start date.

Name

Warsaw Community School Corporation

Legal name

Warsaw Community Schools

Website

https://warsaw.k12.in.us

Company type

Public

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Warsaw Community School Corporation is a public K-12 school district in Warsaw, Indiana, serving approximately 6,700 students across 13 facilities with comprehensive academic, STEM-certified, dual language immersion, career technical, and adult education programs funded by state per-pupil allocations and local property taxes.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Public Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public K–12 Combined Schools (EDAJAAAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Career & Technical Education (CTE) Centers & Programs (EDAJAAAJ), Community & Adult Education (Municipal/Community Schools) (EDAAAEAB)

Keywords

• K-12 public education
• Dual language immersion
• STEM curriculum
• Adult education services
• Career technical education

Headquarters

HQ city

Warsaw

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices15 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Public Education Funding: Public school district primarily funded through state education funding (per-pupil allocations), local property tax levies, and federal grants. No direct tuition charges for K-12 students.
2. Grant Funding: District receives various grants including STEM education grants, health/wellness grants, and facility improvement funding from foundations and government programs.
3. Facility Rentals and Programs: Revenue from rental of facilities (Performing Arts Center, Tiger Recreational Activity Center) and fee-based programs including summer meals, adult education, and childcare services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Warsaw Community School Corporation operates a public K-12 school district serving approximately 6,700 students across 13 educational facilities in Warsaw, Indiana. The district delivers comprehensive academic programs plus Dual Language Immersion (Spanish-English, K-12), state-certified STEM at five buildings, Leader In Me character education, Project Lead The Way (PLTW) middle-school STEM, and 115+ AP/dual credit courses. Career and technical education is offered through the Warsaw Area Career Center (WACC), and adult learners access GED/HSE, ESL, and workforce programs through Warsaw Adult Education. Supporting services include Tiger Athletics, Warsaw Performing Arts Center, Tiger Recreational Activity Center, transportation, food services, special education, and health services, all funded via state per-pupil allocations, local property tax levies, and federal/state grants (no K-12 tuition).

Product overview

Warsaw Community Schools operates as a unified K-12 educational platform serving approximately 6,700 students across 13 facilities in Warsaw, Indiana. The district's core offerings include comprehensive academic programs (K-12), Dual Language Immersion (DLI), STEM-certified programs, and Leader In Me leadership development. Supporting programs include the Warsaw Performing Arts Center (PAC) for fine arts, Warsaw Area Career Center (WACC) for vocational training, and Warsaw Adult Education (WAE) for continuing education. The district also offers Tiger Athletics, the Tiger Recreational Activity Center (TRAC), special education, food services, transportation, and health services. Educational technology integration includes PowerSchool (student information), Canvas LMS (learning management), ParentSquare (communication), and Project Lead The Way (STEM curriculum). The district employs approximately 1,100 staff members across its educational facilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Tiger Athletics: Athletic programs for Warsaw Community High School and middle schools representing the Tigers mascot
• Tiger Recreational Activity Center (TRAC)
• Tiger Ambassadors
• Tiger Tuesday
• Warsaw Performing Arts Center (PAC)
• Warsaw Education Foundation (WEF)
• Together We Feed Them All
• Tiger Schools

Products and services

• K-12 Academic Programs Comprehensive K-12 public education serving approximately 6,700 students across Claypool, Eisenhower, Harrison, Jefferson, Leesburg, Lincoln, Madison, and Washington elementary schools; Edgewood and Lakeview middle schools; and Warsaw Community High School.
• Dual Language Immersion (DLI) K-12 Spanish-English dual language immersion program delivered at four buildings (Eisenhower Elementary, Leesburg Elementary, Lakeview Middle School, and Warsaw Community High School), enabling students to develop bilingual literacy through sustained content instruction in both languages.
• STEM Certification Program State-certified STEM program operating at five buildings (Claypool, Jefferson, Madison, Washington elementary schools and Edgewood Middle School), featuring fully-equipped STEM labs and project-based learning aligned to state STEM standards.
• Leader In Me Program Character and leadership development program based on Stephen Covey's 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, implemented at Harrison and Lincoln elementary schools. Documented outcome includes a 20% decrease in office referrals at Lincoln Elementary.
• Warsaw Area Career Center (WACC) Career and technical education center offering programs including cosmetology, welding, work-based learning, and the Warsaw Early Learning Academy (WELA), and Advanced Digital Media classes mentored by DreamOn Studios professionals.
• Warsaw Adult Education (WAE) Adult education program offering GED/HiSET high school equivalency classes, English language learning, adult basic education, and workforce development pathways serving 276 enrolled learners in PY 24/25.
• Warsaw Performing Arts Center (PAC) State-of-the-art performing arts facility within Warsaw Community High School offering courses and extracurricular activities in band, chorus, orchestra, theater, and dance, with public ticketed performances including the WCHS Spring Dance Showcase.
• Tiger Recreational Activity Center (TRAC) Indoor community fitness and recreation facility with running track and basketball courts, offered to the public during designated community hours at $2 admission or $5 for families, with free access for WCS employees and their immediate families.
• USDA Summer Food Service Program Free summer meals program for children ages 18 and younger, operated 20 years as of 2025 under the USDA Summer Food Service Program with no registration or ID required.

Quantifiable outcome

• 96.8% graduation rate recognized by Indiana Department of Education for class of 2025
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration14 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Kosciusko REMC (KREMC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 June 2026KREMC's EnviroWatts Program Grant supports Claypool Elementary's student-led composting initiative focused on environmental responsibility. Students build and maintain compost bins, learning about organic materials and environmental stewardship. KREMC members voluntarily donate one cent per kilowatt-hour to fund environmental grants.
• Lutheran EMS Kosciusko DivisioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Project ADAM Heart Safe certification across all WCS schools. Lutheran EMS assists schools in developing cardiac emergency response plans, training medical emergency response teams, and conducting AED drills to prepare for sudden cardiac arrest situations.
• Zimmer Biomet FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner$150,000 grant funding expansion of STEM education across all WCS buildings. Supports mini-grants for teachers, STEM personnel, curriculum development, professional development in project-based learning, robotics materials, and the annual WCS Robotics Showcase.
• SYM Financial AdvisorscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFive-year commitment providing all-sport passes for every Warsaw Community High School student to attend athletic events. Sponsorship enabled creation of the SYM Zone cheer block, fostering school spirit and student engagement.
• K21 Health FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner$333,226 grant to enhance fitness and wellness opportunities in future Student Activity Center. Also provided grants for enhanced elementary PE equipment, Tower Gardens, and suicide prevention initiatives.
• Kosciusko Community HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOver $1 million invested in WCS including new AstroTurf football field, athletic trainers, near-site clinic for employees, health fairs, student physicals, flu shots, strength and conditioning coach, and medical supplies. Most recent donation: golf cart for athletic trainers.
• 1st Source Bank FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner$50,000 grant supporting equipment purchases for new Student Activity Center. Employees volunteer through United Way reading and Junior Achievement programs. Also funds annual Speaker Series events.
• ParentSquarecoreTechnology or IntegrationPrimary district communication platform enabling parent notifications via text, email and app for delay/cancellation information, news updates, and school communications.
• Wagon Wheel TheatreminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partnership providing performance opportunities for WCS students in theatrical productions like Cats musical, with free tickets for children and teens during Kids Night events.
• OrthoWorxminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRecognized WCS for contributions toward Kosciusko County's 2025 Indiana Chamber of Commerce Community of the Year recognition.
• Warsaw Education FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNonprofit organization investing in WCS since 1987 through Red Apple Grants for teachers, Quiz Bowl events, and Honor an Educator program. Contact: 574-371-5093 x2410
• Grace CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVolunteers assist at WCS Robotics Showcase events and programs.
• Johnson & JohnsonminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVolunteers support WCS Elementary Robotics Showcase, helping run coding and engineering challenges.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights2 records

Direct peers

• ParentSquare: District communication platform WCS uses as its primary parent-notification system. Comparable as a K-12 communications vendor operating with WCS's exact same target users (parents, students, staff).
• Carmel Clay Schools: Large Indiana public school district serving the Indianapolis suburb of Carmel with a similarly strong academic reputation and broad K-12 programming. Comparable scale and suburban-Indiana demographic profile make it the most direct operational peer.
• Hamilton Southeastern Schools: Indiana public school district in Fishers with comparable enrollment scale, comprehensive K-12 programming, and STEM/CTE emphasis. Closely matches WCS on size, suburban Indiana footprint, and breadth of academic offerings.
• Westfield Washington Schools: Indiana public K-12 district in Hamilton County with STEM, dual language, and CTE offerings of comparable scope. Similar operating model and target demographic to WCS.
• Center Grove Community School Corporation: Indiana public school corporation of comparable enrollment with strong academic performance and STEM/career programs. Operates with a similar per-pupil funding model and suburban Indiana demographic.
• Zionsville Community Schools: High-performing Indiana public K-12 district with similar emphasis on advanced coursework, college readiness, and family-demographic profile. Comparable as a peer on academic outcomes and community-funded extracurricular programming.
• Project Lead The Way (PLTW): STEM curriculum provider used by WCS at Edgewood Middle School. Directly comparable because Edgewood has earned PLTW Distinguished School recognition for five consecutive years, making PLTW a curriculum peer embedded in WCS's STEM differentiation.
• Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation: Northern Indiana public school corporation with similar size and comprehensive K-12 programming including STEM, performing arts, and career education. Geographic and scale peer to WCS.

Broad incumbents

• Instructure (Canvas): Provider of the Canvas LMS used by WCS students and staff. Comparable as a leading K-12 learning management platform with overlapping customer base to WCS.
• PowerSchool Group: Provider of the SIS used by WCS; broadly serves the K-12 public school market. Comparable as a large incumbent vendor whose product sits at the core of WCS's daily operations.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@WarsawCommunitySchools/streams
• Facebookfacebook.com/warsawschools
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/warsaw-community-schools

Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Subsidiaries14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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