West Salem Elementary

Summary:

West Salem Elementary is a public elementary school serving 692 students in grades PK-4 in West Salem, Wisconsin, which is part of the West Salem School District. This high-performing school consistently outperforms the state average in academic proficiency across all grade levels and subjects, with particularly strong results in 4th-grade ELA, math, social studies, and science.

West Salem Elementary's academic performance is impressive, with proficiency rates that are significantly higher than the state averages. For example, in 2023-2024, the school's 4th-grade proficiency rates were 69.37% in ELA, 58.56% in math, 73.87% in social studies, and 69.37% in science, compared to the state averages of 53.42%, 55.05%, 62.96%, and 52.92%, respectively. The school's performance has been relatively stable over the past few years, with its statewide ranking ranging from 145 to 438 out of over 1,000 Wisconsin elementary schools. West Salem Elementary also stands out for its strong performance across different student subgroups, including female, male, and special education students.

Compared to nearby schools, West Salem Elementary outperforms many of them in academic proficiency, particularly Emerson Elementary and Northside Elementary, which are part of the La Crosse School District. However, some schools in the Holmen and Onalaska school districts, such as Viking Elementary and Eagle Bluff Elementary, also demonstrate strong academic performance, with proficiency rates comparable to or even exceeding those of West Salem Elementary.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-4

 475 N Mark St
       West Salem, WI  54669-1224


(608) 786-1662

District: West Salem School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
281st of 1,061 Wisconsin Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $11,523 Help


Students who attend West Salem Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    West Salem Middle
High:    West Salem High

Student/teacher ratio:  13.1 Help
Number of students:  686

Racial breakdown:

White:
92.4%
Two or more races:
2.3%
Hispanic:
2.2%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  26.4% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details West Salem Elementary ranks better than 73.5% of elementary schools in Wisconsin. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 72.36. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (92.4%), two or more races (2.3%), Hispanic (2.2%). (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at West Salem Elementary is 13.1. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at West Salem Elementary is $11,523.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

West Salem Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks West Salem Elementary 281st of 1061 Wisconsin public elementary schools. (See West Salem Elementary in the ranking list.)

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West Salem School District:

SchoolDigger ranks West Salem School District 108th of 428 Wisconsin school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for West Salem Elementary

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Rank History for all students at West Salem Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 71.93 172nd 633 72.8%
2005 66.11 262nd 632 58.5%
2006 73.26 189th 712 73.5%
2007 76.27 137th 689 80.1%
2008 64.93 389th 1021 61.9%
2009 70.11 271st 1030 73.7%
2010 64.79 385th 1045 63.2%
2011 64.29 381st 1046 63.6%
2012 66.17 360th 1045 65.6%
2013 58.73 450th 1053 57.3%
2014 65.90 332nd 1061 68.7%
2015 78.34 145th 1076 86.5%
2016 80.87 145th 1075 86.5%
2017 69.41 305th 1071 71.5%
2018 65.42 339th 1025 66.9%
2019 75.56 202nd 1037 80.5%
2021 59.32 438th 1050 58.3%
2022 74.43 226th 1067 78.8%
2023 69.16 314th 1067 70.6%
2024 72.36 281st 1061 73.5%
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Rank History for Special Education students at West Salem Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 55.18 281st 721 61.0%
2019 72.81 123rd 742 83.4%
2021 73.61 113th 746 84.9%
2022 80.16 70th 748 90.6%
2023 56.90 271st 770 64.8%
2024 60.65 254th 790 67.8%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at West Salem Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 45.29 492nd 854 42.4%
2019 57.78 321st 874 63.3%
2021 56.50 316th 847 62.7%
2022 74.46 124th 859 85.6%
2023 44.04 517th 871 40.6%
2024 53.58 392nd 866 54.7%
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Rank History for Female students at West Salem Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 67.91 302nd 997 69.7%
2019 76.40 187th 1002 81.3%
2021 47.25 571st 1004 43.1%
2022 71.01 258th 1017 74.6%
2023 71.31 254th 1010 74.9%
2024 75.65 205th 1011 79.7%
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Rank History for Male students at West Salem Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 62.52 366th 997 63.3%
2019 73.12 216th 1002 78.4%
2021 68.23 274th 1003 72.7%
2022 76.37 190th 1017 81.3%
2023 66.13 328th 1011 67.6%
2024 67.24 334th 1012 67.0%
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Rank History for White students at West Salem Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 50.93 359th 686 47.7%
2019 69.06 181st 718 74.8%
2021 42.29 429th 699 38.6%
2022 61.07 260th 704 63.1%
2023 53.27 340th 715 52.4%
2024 62.02 272nd 727 62.6%
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Data source: test scores: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

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by a parent
Tuesday, June 25, 2019

Open Quote The commitment of the staff is second to none and they continuously put the needs of the students in the forefront of their minds. They work to make sure that students that need academic support get what they need to be successful. One of the best in teh area! Close Quote



Enrollment information for West Salem Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 444 3 1 1 n/a n/a n/a 0 449
1989 428 3 n/a n/a 2 n/a n/a 0 433
1990 415 2 0 0 2 n/a n/a 0 419
1991 610 0 3 0 0 n/a n/a 0 613
1992 409 0 2 0 0 n/a n/a 0 411
1993 410 1 3 0 0 n/a n/a 0 414
1994 401 3 2 0 0 n/a n/a 0 406
1995 411 2 3 3 1 n/a n/a 0 420
1996 411 2 3 3 1 n/a n/a 0 420
1997 643 1 9 0 1 n/a n/a 0 654
1998 658 4 9 1 2 n/a n/a 0 674
1999 675 5 9 2 1 n/a n/a 0 692
2000 726 3 7 1 2 n/a n/a 0 739
2001 693 6 6 5 3 n/a n/a 0 713
2002 687 9 11 3 4 n/a n/a 0 714
2003 687 9 11 3 4 n/a n/a 0 714
2004 715 6 12 1 4 n/a n/a 0 738
2005 724 12 13 2 4 n/a n/a 0 755
2006 697 12 15 6 4 n/a n/a 0 734
2007 724 9 12 5 5 n/a n/a 0 755
2008 710 15 13 6 3 n/a n/a 0 747
2009 668 20 10 9 7 n/a n/a 0 714
2010 770 18 11 15 10 n/a n/a 0 824
2011 775 5 9 31 7 0 20 0 847
2012 774 10 8 24 7 0 15 0 838
2013 785 10 6 23 6 0 20 0 850
2014 789 8 11 24 5 0 17 0 854
2015 791 10 9 25 5 0 19 0 859
2016 790 6 10 28 8 0 22 0 864
2017 796 7 8 25 7 1 26 0 870
2018 816 11 11 19 6 1 23 0 887
2019 670 10 8 14 7 0 18 0 727
2020 682 6 5 12 4 0 20 0 729
2021 637 3 4 15 4 0 16 0 679
2022 644 2 4 15 10 0 19 0 694
2023 641 3 6 20 8 0 14 0 692
2024 634 4 7 15 10 0 16 0 686

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at West Salem Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 449 23.6 19.0 9.6
1989 433 23.6 18.3 11.3
1990 419 23.2 18.0 7.2
1991 613 24.2 25.3 5.1
1992 411 24.4 16.8 11.4
1993 414 24.4 17.0 12.6
1994 406 22.7 17.9 9.9
1995 420 22.8 18.4 9
1996 420 22.8 18.4 9
1997 654 40.5 16.1 10.7
1998 674 41.8 16.1 11.7
1999 692 43.7 15.8 18.1
2000 739 47.9 15.4 15.8
2001 713 52.8 13.5 18.7
2002 714 50.7 14.1 18.3
2003 714 50.7 14.1 18.3
2004 738 50.2 14.7 17.8
2005 755 51.4 14.7 n/a
2006 734 51.7 14.2 n/a
2007 755 52.7 14.3 22.6
2008 747 52.1 14.3 17.7
2009 714 51.7 13.8 24.8
2010 824 53.1 15.5 24.3
2011 847 53.3 15.8 27.7
2012 838 49.6 16.8 24.6
2013 850 58.5 14.5 25.4
2014 854 57.2 14.9 26.2
2015 859 n/a n/a 25.3
2016 864 55.0 15.7 22.8
2017 870 53.9 16.1 26.1
2018 887 55.3 16.0 27.1
2019 727 52.1 13.9 28.3
2020 729 50.8 14.3 28.7
2021 679 50.1 13.5 32
2022 694 49.5 14.0 31.8
2023 692 50.1 13.8 26.9
2024 686 52.0 13.1 26.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio West Salem Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 449 23.6 19.0 9.6
1989 433 23.6 18.3 11.3
1990 419 23.2 18.0 7.2
1991 613 24.2 25.3 5.1
1992 411 24.4 16.8 11.4
1993 414 24.4 17.0 12.6
1994 406 22.7 17.9 9.9
1995 420 22.8 18.4 9
1996 420 22.8 18.4 9
1997 654 40.5 16.1 10.7
1998 674 41.8 16.1 11.7
1999 692 43.7 15.8 18.1
2000 739 47.9 15.4 15.8
2001 713 52.8 13.5 18.7
2002 714 50.7 14.1 18.3
2003 714 50.7 14.1 18.3
2004 738 50.2 14.7 17.8
2005 755 51.4 14.7 n/a
2006 734 51.7 14.2 n/a
2007 755 52.7 14.3 22.6
2008 747 52.1 14.3 17.7
2009 714 51.7 13.8 24.8
2010 824 53.1 15.5 24.3
2011 847 53.3 15.8 27.7
2012 838 49.6 16.8 24.6
2013 850 58.5 14.5 25.4
2014 854 57.2 14.9 26.2
2015 859 n/a n/a 25.3
2016 864 55.0 15.7 22.8
2017 870 53.9 16.1 26.1
2018 887 55.3 16.0 27.1
2019 727 52.1 13.9 28.3
2020 729 50.8 14.3 28.7
2021 679 50.1 13.5 32
2022 694 49.5 14.0 31.8
2023 692 50.1 13.8 26.9
2024 686 52.0 13.1 26.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for West Salem Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $435 (4.1%) $10,107 (95.9%) $10,541
2020 $418 (4.0%) $10,126 (96.0%) $10,545
2021 $323 (2.8%) $11,200 (97.2%) $11,523

Data source: Wisconsin Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on West Salem Elementary

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 202nd of 1037 Elementary schoolsRanks 314th of 1067 Elementary schools
 9.9%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (West Salem Elementary)55.833.7
 22.2%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (West Salem School District)55.833.7
 22.2%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Wisconsin)39.537.9
 1.6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (West Salem Elementary)65.851
 14.9%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (West Salem School District)65.851
 14.9%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Wisconsin)50.548.8
 1.7%
4th Grade English Language Arts (West Salem Elementary)56.364.6
 8.3%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (West Salem School District)56.364.6
 8.3%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Wisconsin)43.945.8
 1.9%
4th Grade Mathematics (West Salem Elementary)6352.8
 10.2%
   4th Grade Mathematics (West Salem School District)6352.8
 10.2%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Wisconsin)46.246.5
 0.2%
4th Grade Social Studies (West Salem Elementary)6370.1
 7.1%
   4th Grade Social Studies (West Salem School District)6370.1
 7.1%
   4th Grade Social Studies (Wisconsin)53.459.7
 6.4%
4th Grade Science (West Salem Elementary)66.774.8
 8.1%
   4th Grade Science (West Salem School District)66.774.8
 8.1%
   4th Grade Science (Wisconsin)53.952.1
 1.8%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students727692
 4.8%
African American103
 70%
American Indian78
 14.3%
Asian86
 25%
Hispanic1420
 42.9%
Pacific Islander00
White670641
 4.3%
Two or More Races1814
 22.2%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients28.3%26.9%
 1.5%


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Frequently Asked Questions about West Salem Elementary

In the 2023-24 school year, 686 students attended West Salem Elementary.

Students who attend West Salem Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : West Salem Middle
High : West Salem High

Students at West Salem Elementary are 92% White, 2% Two or more races, 2% Hispanic, 1% American Indian, 1% Asian.

West Salem Elementary ranks 281st of 1061 Wisconsin elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

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