For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,861 students in West Salem, WI (there are 2 private schools, serving 363 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in West Salem, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in West Salem, WI are West Salem Elementary School, West Salem Middle School and West Salem High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Salem, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in West Salem have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in West Salem, WI (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Salem Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
475 N Mark St
West Salem, WI 54669
(608) 786-1662
West Salem, WI 54669
(608) 786-1662
Grades: PK-4
| 692 students
Rank: #22.
West Salem Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
440 East Ave
West Salem, WI 54669
(608) 786-2090
West Salem, WI 54669
(608) 786-2090
Grades: 5-8
| 564 students
Rank: #33.
West Salem High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
490 N Mark St
West Salem, WI 54669
(608) 786-1220
West Salem, WI 54669
(608) 786-1220
Grades: 9-12
| 605 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in West Salem, WI?
The top ranked public schools in West Salem, WI include West Salem Elementary School, West Salem Middle School and West Salem High School.
How many public schools are located in West Salem?
3 public schools are located in West Salem.
What percentage of students in West Salem go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in West Salem are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in West Salem?
West Salem public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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