Serving 533 students in grades 6-8, Oak Creek West Middle School ranks in the top 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 44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Creek West Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Oak Creek West Middle School's student population of 533 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oak Creek West Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Creek West Middle School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#613 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
22%
14%
Black
9%
9%
White
51%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
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 Oak Creek West Middle School's ranking?
Oak Creek West Middle School is ranked #613 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Oak Creek West Middle School often compared to?
Oak Creek West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Creek East Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Oak Creek West Middle School?
533 students attend Oak Creek West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Oak Creek West Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Creek West Middle School?
Oak Creek West Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oak Creek West Middle School offer ?
Oak Creek West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Creek West Middle School part of?
Oak Creek West Middle School is part of Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District.
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