Serving 525 students in grades 5-6, West De Pere Intermediate 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 46% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
West De Pere Intermediate School's student population of 525 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West De Pere Intermediate 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 West De Pere Intermediate School is 0.41, which is less 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
#741 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
3%
9%
White
76%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West De Pere Intermediate School's ranking?
West De Pere Intermediate School is ranked #741 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend West De Pere Intermediate School?
525 students attend West De Pere Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of West De Pere Intermediate School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West De Pere Intermediate School?
West De Pere Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does West De Pere Intermediate School offer ?
West De Pere Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is West De Pere Intermediate School part of?
West De Pere Intermediate School is part of West De Pere School District.
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