Serving 534 students in grades 5-8, West Salem 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 49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: West Salem Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of West Salem, WI, covering an area of 95.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Salem Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Salem Middle School's student population of 534 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
534 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Campus Size
100 acres
School Motto
Serve with Passion to Ignite Creativity, Innovation, and Excellence.
School Rankings
West Salem 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 West Salem Middle School is 0.17, 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
#551 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.3%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Panther Pride
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Salem Middle School's ranking?
West Salem Middle School is ranked #551 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are West Salem Middle School often compared to?
West Salem Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Onalaska Middle School, Holmen Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend West Salem Middle School?
534 students attend West Salem Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of West Salem Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Salem Middle School?
West Salem Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Salem Middle School offer ?
West Salem Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Salem Middle School part of?
West Salem Middle School is part of West Salem School District.
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