Serving 686 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, West Salem Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Salem Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Salem Elementary School's student population of 686 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
686 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Serve with Passion to Ignite Creativity, Innovation, and Excellence
School Rankings
West Salem Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Salem Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#493 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
92%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Salem Elementary School's ranking?
West Salem Elementary School is ranked #493 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are West Salem Elementary School often compared to?
West Salem Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bangor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend West Salem Elementary School?
686 students attend West Salem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of West Salem Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Salem Elementary School?
West Salem Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Salem Elementary School offer ?
West Salem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Salem Elementary School part of?
West Salem Elementary School is part of West Salem School District.
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