Serving 603 students in grades 9-12, West Salem High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Salem High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in West Salem, WI, covering approximately 95.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 5.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Salem High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Salem High School's student population of 603 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
603 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
West Salem High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Salem High School is 0.21, which is less 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
#1209 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
2%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
88%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Salem High School's ranking?
West Salem High School is ranked #1209 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are West Salem High School often compared to?
West Salem High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Onalaska High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Salem High School?
The graduation rate of West Salem High School is 95%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend West Salem High School?
603 students attend West Salem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of West Salem High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Salem High School?
West Salem High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Salem High School offer ?
West Salem High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Salem High School part of?
West Salem High School is part of West Salem School District.
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