West Salem High School is a high school located in West Salem, Wisconsin, part of the West Salem School District. As of 2023-2024, 600 students were enrolled at West Salem High School. The school employs a faculty of 70 individuals, 79% of whom have a master's degree or higher.
Serving 606 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 39%). 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- 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 606 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
606 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
West Salem High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Salem High School is 0.17, 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
#1012 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
91%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Salem High School's ranking?
West Salem High School is ranked #1012 out of 1,991 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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%.
How many students attend West Salem High School?
606 students attend West Salem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of West Salem High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% 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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