Serving 531 students in grades 6-8, Oak Creek West Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: OAK CREEK WEST MIDDLE serves the west part of Oak Creek, WI, covering an area of approximately 18.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oak Creek West Middle School's student population of 531 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
531 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
Building Successful Futures Together
School Rankings
Oak Creek West Middle 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 Oak Creek West Middle School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#515 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue and Silver
School Mascot
Wolverines
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Creek West Middle School's ranking?
Oak Creek West Middle School is ranked #515 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Oak Creek West Middle School often compared to?
Oak Creek West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Creek East Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Oak Creek West Middle School?
531 students attend Oak Creek West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Oak Creek West Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Creek West Middle School?
Oak Creek West Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oak Creek West Middle School offer ?
Oak Creek West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oak Creek West Middle School part of?
Oak Creek West Middle School is part of Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District.
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