Serving 547 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- 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 547 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Salem Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Salem Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#428 out of 1991 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
1%
9%
White
92%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #428 out of 1,991 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 Holmen Middle School, Onalaska Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
547 students attend West Salem Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% 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 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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