West Elementary School serves 146 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 was lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
146 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
4%
9%
White
91%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (00-01)
18%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (00-01)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Elementary School?
146 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of West Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Rhinelander School District.
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