School Overview
West Salem Elementary School, located in West Salem, Wisconsin, serves as a foundational academic institution within the West Salem School District. Dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment, the school focuses on the developmental needs of elementary-aged children by emphasizing core academic proficiency, social-emotional growth, and collaborative community values. Through a diverse curriculum and dedicated faculty, the school strives to prepare its students for future educational success while instilling a strong sense of pride and belonging within the local community.

The school is deeply integrated into the West Salem area, leveraging its location to maintain strong partnerships with families and local stakeholders. By utilizing resources provided by the broader district, West Salem Elementary offers a range of programs designed to accommodate various learning styles and student interests. Information regarding current academic initiatives, school board updates, and upcoming events is regularly maintained through their official website, ensuring that parents and community members remain well-informed participants in the educational journey of their students.
692
Total Students
50.1
Full-Time Teachers
13.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
23.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for West Salem Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White641
Hispanic20
Black3
Asian6
Two or More14
American Indian8
  • White
    641 (92.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    20 (2.9 %)
  • Two or More
    14 (2.0 %)
  • American Indian
    8 (1.2 %)
  • Asian
    6 (0.9 %)
  • Black
    3 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: West Salem School District
Phone: (608)786-1662
Website: http://www.wsalem.k12.wi.us
Grade Range: Pre-K - 4th
Total Students: 692
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 50.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 124
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 39
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 75
Kindergarten 134
Grade 1 117
Grade 2 129
Grade 3 106
Grade 4 131

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for West Salem Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten75
Kindergarten134
Grade 1117
Grade 2129
Grade 3106
Grade 4131
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for West Salem Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female34650%
Male34650%