For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 171 students in West Salem, IL.
The top-ranked public school in West Salem, IL is West Salem Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Salem, IL public school have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in West Salem have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in West Salem, IL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Salem Grade School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
105 E School St
West Salem, IL 62476
(618) 456-8881
West Salem, IL 62476
(618) 456-8881
Gr: K-8 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in West Salem, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in West Salem, IL include West Salem Grade School.
How many public schools are located in West Salem?
1 public schools are located in West Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in West Salem?
West Salem public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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