What is the school zone speed limit in Wisconsin?

In Wisconsin, the school zone speed limit is typically 15 mph when children are present. This regulation is designed to enhance the safety of students during school hours, particularly when they may be walking or biking to school, or when they are waiting for school buses. The reduced speed limit helps ensure that drivers have sufficient time to react to any unexpected situations that may arise, such as children crossing the street.

The intent behind this limit is safety; children can often be unpredictable, and having a lower speed limit in school zones increases the chances of avoiding accidents. As children are particularly vulnerable road users, adhering to this speed limit is critical during school hours, when children are likely to be present.

Other speed limits, such as 20 mph or 25 mph, may be relevant in different contexts but do not specifically apply to the school zone under the conditions stated. A limit of 10 mph is also not standard for school zones in Wisconsin.