West Bend School District

The West Bend School District in Wisconsin operates 10 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The district is known for its consistently high-performing schools, particularly at the elementary level, with several schools ranking among the top in the state.

Among the standout schools in the district are McLane Elementary, which consistently performs in the top 25% of Wisconsin elementary schools, and Jackson Elementary, which ranks in the top 15% and has particularly strong Mathematics proficiency. At the high school level, West High stands out, ranking in the top 30% of Wisconsin high schools with a 94.8% four-year graduation rate and strong test scores.

While the district overall performs well, the data also highlights some areas for improvement, particularly in addressing equity and supporting disadvantaged students. The alternative Washington Street School has a much higher dropout rate and lower test scores compared to the other schools, despite significantly higher spending per student. Additionally, there is a slight dip in performance as students transition from middle to high school, suggesting a need to focus on supporting students during this critical period.