2026–27 Digital Learning Survey Results
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
2026–27 Digital Learning Survey: Statewide Results
Statewide results from Wisconsin public school districts responding to the 2026–27 Digital Learning Survey.
About the results
A total of 424 district responses (420 public and 4 non-public) are represented in the cleaned dataset used for these results.
Question-level response counts may vary because districts did not necessarily answer every item. Percentages are rounded to the nearest tenth.
How to read these results
- The visual bars provide a quick view of the distribution of responses.
- The accessible HTML tables below each question provide the underlying district counts and percentages.
- Select-all-that-apply questions may have percentages totaling more than 100%.
- Open-ended questions are not represented as percentage charts on this page.
Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
To what extent does your district leverage digital tools and resources to support students in meeting academic standards and college, career, and community readiness goals?
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| To a great extent | 237 | 55.9% |
| To a moderate extent | 135 | 31.8% |
| To a very great extent | 48 | 11.3% |
| To a small extent | 4 | 0.9% |
How effectively does your district use technology to personalize learning experiences and support learner-centered instruction?
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Moderately effective | 192 | 45.3% |
| Very effective | 145 | 34.2% |
| Somewhat effective | 58 | 13.7% |
| Extremely effective | 28 | 6.6% |
| Not at all effective | 1 | 0.2% |
How often do classroom educators and library media specialists collaborate to design and implement evidence-based curriculum, instruction, and assessments practices?
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Quarterly | 130 | 30.7% |
| Annually | 112 | 26.4% |
| Monthly | 80 | 18.9% |
| Weekly | 56 | 13.2% |
| Never | 46 | 10.8% |
Does your district include accessibility and usability considerations as part of procurement and selection processes for instructional materials, digital tools, and technologies?
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | 390 | 92.0% |
| In Development | 28 | 6.6% |
| No | 6 | 1.4% |
Approximately what percentage of students with IEPs currently have Assistive Technology documented within their IEPs?
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| 0-20% | 231 | 54.5% |
| 21-40% | 74 | 17.5% |
| 41-60% | 45 | 10.6% |
| District does not track this information | 33 | 7.8% |
| 61-80% | 21 | 5.0% |
| 81-100% | 20 | 4.7% |
Professional Learning
Approximately what percentage of instructional staff participate in at least 15 hours annually of professional learning focused on effective technology integration and digital learning practices?
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| 0-20% | 204 | 48.1% |
| 21-40% | 80 | 18.9% |
| 41-60% | 54 | 12.7% |
| 81-100% | 48 | 11.3% |
| 61-80% | 38 | 9.0% |
How frequently does your district provide personalized professional learning opportunities (e.g., microcredentials, peer coaching, job-embedded learning, online learning, or self-directed pathways)?
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Annually | 151 | 35.6% |
| Monthly | 104 | 24.5% |
| Quarterly | 95 | 22.4% |
| Weekly | 52 | 12.3% |
| Never | 22 | 5.2% |
Which professional learning formats have demonstrated the greatest impact on educator practice and student learning in your district? (Select up to three)
282 districts responded to this question. Select all that apply.
| Response option | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Peer sharing and peer observation | 282 | 100.0% |
| Professional learning communities (PLCs) | 216 | 76.6% |
| Coaching from technology integration staff and/or library media specialists | 190 | 67.4% |
| Faculty or staff meetings | 181 | 64.2% |
| Conferences and workshops | 145 | 51.4% |
| Summer learning opportunities | 63 | 22.3% |
| Professional networking and social media | 49 | 17.4% |
| Blended and/or online learning | 36 | 12.8% |
| Observation of technology integration practices in other districts | 21 | 7.4% |
| Other - Write In (Required) | 15 | 5.3% |
| Micro credentials or competency-based learning | 6 | 2.1% |
Because respondents could select more than one option, percentages may total more than 100%.
Does your district's professional learning plan include educator learning related to assistive technology, accessibility practices, and accessible educational materials?
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | 196 | 46.2% |
| In Development | 141 | 33.3% |
| No | 87 | 20.5% |
Budget and Resources
How closely does your district's investment in digital learning and educational technology align with district strategic goals and continuous improvement priorities?
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Well aligned | 198 | 46.7% |
| Moderately aligned | 121 | 28.5% |
| Fully aligned | 56 | 13.2% |
| Slightly aligned | 40 | 9.4% |
| Not aligned | 9 | 2.1% |
Approximately what percentage of your district’s educational technology investments are supported through sustainable and recurring funding sources rather than temporary funding streams?
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| 81-100% | 165 | 38.9% |
| 61-80% | 89 | 21.0% |
| 41-60% | 64 | 15.1% |
| 21-40% | 61 | 14.4% |
| 0-20% | 45 | 10.6% |
To what extent does your district leverage regional partnerships, cooperative purchasing, shared services, or other efficiencies to maximize digital learning resources?
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| To a moderate extent | 186 | 43.9% |
| To a small extent | 127 | 30.0% |
| To a great extent | 68 | 16.0% |
| To a very great extent | 24 | 5.7% |
| Not at all | 19 | 4.5% |
How frequently does your district collaborate with higher education institutions, libraries, healthcare organizations, CESAs, or other agencies to expand opportunities for teaching, learning, and digital access?
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly | 131 | 30.9% |
| Quarterly | 130 | 30.7% |
| Annually | 121 | 28.5% |
| Weekly | 31 | 7.3% |
| Never | 11 | 2.6% |
How frequently does your district leverage community partnerships to provide students with authentic learning experiences that support college, career, and community readiness? Examples may include: work-based learning, internships, mentorships, community projects, career exploration, virtual experiences.
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly | 199 | 46.9% |
| Monthly | 107 | 25.2% |
| Quarterly | 71 | 16.7% |
| Annually | 43 | 10.1% |
| Never | 4 | 0.9% |
How frequently does your district use multiple communication methods (e.g., newsletters, social media, family engagement events, websites, or community forums) to engage with families and community stakeholders?
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly | 309 | 72.9% |
| Monthly | 84 | 19.8% |
| Quarterly | 22 | 5.2% |
| Annually | 9 | 2.1% |
Data Privacy and Online Safety
As part of your review and selection process for instructional materials, digital tools, and educational technologies, which of the following practices are used to protect staff and student data? (Select all that apply)
377 districts responded to this question.
| Response option | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Review privacy policies | 377 | 100.0% |
| Review terms of service | 361 | 95.8% |
| Review accessibility and usability requirements | 321 | 85.1% |
| Review data collection and retention practices | 311 | 82.5% |
| Conduct privacy and/or cybersecurity risk assessments | 292 | 77.5% |
| Execute student data privacy agreements with vendors | 271 | |
| None of the above | 7 | 1.9% |
Because respondents could select more than one option, percentages may total more than 100%.
What learning opportunities concerning online safety does your district provide to students using district-issued devices, software, and networks? (Select all that apply)
384 districts responded to this question.
| Response option | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Digital citizenship | 384 | 100.0% |
| Online safety fundamentals | 362 | 94.3% |
| Media literacy | 289 | 75.3% |
| Responsible use of generative AI | 282 | 73.4% |
| Data privacy awareness | 264 | 68.8% |
| Cybersecurity practices | 263 | 68.5% |
| None of the above | 5 | 1.3% |
Because respondents could select more than one option, percentages may total more than 100%.
Who primarily provides online safety and digital citizenship learning opportunities for students? (Select all that apply)
364 districts responded to this question.
| Response option | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Classroom educators | 364 | 100.0% |
| Library media specialists | 300 | 82.4% |
| Technology integration staff | 166 | 45.6% |
| School counselors or student services staff | 150 | 41.2% |
| Other district personnel | 109 | 29.9% |
| External organizations | 57 | 15.7% |
| District does not currently provide this support | 3 | 0.8% |
Because respondents could select more than one option, percentages may total more than 100%.
What training and support concerning online safety and data protection does your district provide to staff? (Select all that apply)
352 districts responded to this question.
| Response option | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Data privacy and security training | 352 | 100.0% |
| Cybersecurity protocols | 332 | 94.3% |
| FERPA and regulatory compliance | 319 | 90.6% |
| Digital citizenship and responsible technology use | 311 | 88.4% |
| Artificial intelligence guidance and expectations | 306 | 86.9% |
| None of the above | 5 | 1.4% |
Because respondents could select more than one option, percentages may total more than 100%.
Who primarily provides online safety and data protection learning opportunities for staff? (Select all that apply)
310 districts responded to this question. Select all that apply.
| Response option | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Technology leadership | 310 | 100.0% |
| Library media specialists | 140 | 45.2% |
| Other district personnel | 140 | 45.2% |
| Technology integration staff | 136 | 43.9% |
| Human resources | 83 | 26.8% |
| External organizations | 60 | 19.4% |
| District does not currently provide this support | 2 | 0.6% |
Because respondents could select more than one option, percentages may total more than 100%.
Digital Equity and Infrastructure
How frequently does your district review and update its data privacy, cybersecurity, and digital governance practices?
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Annually | 204 | 48.1% |
| As needed based on emerging risks | 124 | 29.2% |
| Continuous review process in place | 81 | 19.1% |
| Every two years | 14 | 3.3% |
| Never | 1 | 0.2% |
Does your district maintain a policy, plan, or documented approach to support equitable access to digital learning opportunities both inside and outside the school environment?
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | 307 | 72.4% |
| In Development | 76 | 17.9% |
| No | 41 | 9.7% |
What is your district's current total internet bandwidth?
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| 1,000 - 9,999 Mbps | 257 | 60.6% |
| 10,000 Mbps or greater | 126 | 29.7% |
| Under 1,000 Mbps | 41 | 9.7% |
Does your district’s available internet bandwidth meet or exceed the FCC benchmark of 1 Mbps per student and staff member?
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | 344 | 81.1% |
| Unsure | 57 | 13.4% |
| No | 23 | 5.4% |
How does your district provide educational technology support to educators and students? (Select all that apply)
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Technology integration responsibilities embedded into other roles | 157 | 37.0% |
| Library media staff support | 98 | 23.1% |
| Regional/CESA support | 63 | 14.9% |
| Dedicated educational technology coaches | 53 | 12.5% |
| External contracted support | 36 | 8.5% |
| District is considering future implementation | 17 | 4.0% |
Does your district collaborate with external stakeholders (e.g., government agencies, nonprofits, libraries, businesses, internet providers) to improve local digital access, affordability, or adoption?
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | 237 | 55.9% |
| No | 141 | 33.3% |
| In Development | 46 | 10.8% |
Flexible and Learner-Centered Learning
How effectively does your district implement competency-based learning practices that allow students to progress through learning in flexible ways and demonstrate mastery through multiple measures?
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Somewhat effective | 173 | 40.8% |
| Moderately effective | 141 | 33.3% |
| Very effective | 64 | 15.1% |
| Not at all effective | 37 | 8.7% |
| Extremely effective | 9 | 2.1% |
To what extent does your district utilize scheduling practices that support personalized, flexible, and learner-centered instruction? Examples may include: flexible instructional blocks intervention periods project-based learning time expanded course access alternative pacing structures
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| To a moderate extent | 183 | 43.2% |
| To a great extent | 134 | 31.6% |
| To a small extent | 69 | 16.3% |
| To a very great extent | 28 | 6.6% |
| Not at all | 10 | 2.4% |
How effectively do learning environments across the district support flexible, inclusive, student-centered learning experiences? Examples may include: flexible furnishings, multiple learning zones, accessibility supports, culturally responsive environments, etc.
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| To a moderate extent | 196 | 46.2% |
| To a great extent | 147 | 34.7% |
| To a small extent | 49 | 11.6% |
| To a very great extent | 31 | 7.3% |
| Not at all | 1 | 0.2% |
How effectively does your district support equitable access to learning experiences outside traditional classroom structures (e.g., virtual learning, field experiences, dual enrollment, community-based learning)?
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Significant supports in place | 183 | 43.2% |
| Moderate supports in place | 153 | 36.1% |
| Comprehensive supports in place | 47 | 11.1% |
| Limited supports in place | 36 | 8.5% |
| No intentional supports in place | 5 | 1.2% |
Collaborative Leadership
How effectively does district leadership communicate and implement a shared vision for teaching, learning, and responsible technology integration?
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| To a moderate extent | 179 | 42.2% |
| To a great extent | 157 | 37.0% |
| To a small extent | 54 | 12.7% |
| To a very great extent | 32 | 7.5% |
| Not at all | 2 | 0.5% |
To what extent does your district foster collaboration, innovation, and shared responsibility among students, educators, administrators, and community stakeholders?
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| To a moderate extent | 171 | 40.3% |
| To a great extent | 168 | 39.6% |
| To a very great extent | 45 | 10.6% |
| To a small extent | 38 | 9.0% |
| Not at all | 2 | 0.5% |
How effectively does your district empower leaders at all levels to support innovation, continuous improvement, equity, and learner-centered decision making?
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Very effective | 198 | 46.7% |
| Moderately effective | 146 | 34.4% |
| Extremely effective | 48 | 11.3% |
| Somewhat effective | 32 | 7.5% |
How actively does your district engage students, educators, families, and community members as trusted partners in decision making and learning?
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Moderately active | 203 | 47.9% |
| Very active | 121 | 28.5% |
| Slightly active | 75 | 17.7% |
| Extremely active | 24 | 5.7% |
| Not at all active | 1 | 0.2% |
Wireless Communication Device Policies
Which best describes your district's board-approved wireless communication device policy during instructional time?
424 districts responded to this question.
| Response | Districts | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Policy includes board-approved exceptions for specific instructional or student support purposes | 169 | 39.9% |
| District-wide prohibition implemented across all schools | 158 | 37.3% |
| District-wide prohibition with grade-band implementation difference | 87 | 20.5% |
| Other board-approved implementation model | 10 | 2.4% |
Participation and methodology
The 2026–27 Digital Learning Survey was required by state statute because it included a mechanism for districts to submit their required wireless communication device policy to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. The 2025–26 survey was voluntary. Differences between years should therefore be interpreted in the context of the different participation requirements.
These results reflect the responses submitted in the cleaned 2026–27 dataset and should not be interpreted as estimates of non-public districts that may not have responded.
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