WEST SALEM HIGH SCHOOL

West Salem High is a public high school that is part of the West Salem School District school district, located in West Salem, WI with about 509 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 35 teachers, West Salem High has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

West Salem High School, located in West Salem, Wisconsin, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the School District of West Salem. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic environment that emphasizes student achievement, personal growth, and community engagement. By offering a diverse curriculum that includes core academic subjects, elective courses, and various extracurricular activities, the school aims to prepare its students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to enter the workforce, the military, or higher education.

The school prides itself on fostering a supportive culture that encourages both individual responsibility and collaborative learning. With a focus on modern teaching practices and student-centered initiatives, West Salem High seeks to equip its learners with the essential skills needed to navigate a rapidly changing world. Through its integration of technology, athletic programs, and service-oriented projects, the school strives to create a well-rounded experience that helps students develop into informed and active members of their community.

For more information, contact West Salem High at (608) 786-1220 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

490 N Mark St
West Salem, WI 54669-1224
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WEST SALEM HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in West Salem, WI with about 509 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Wisconsin

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
509
Teachers:
35.88
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 509 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WEST SALEM HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 94% of the student body.

White
94.3%
Two or more races
2.4%
Hispanic/Latino
2.2%
Black or African American
0.6%
Asian
0.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
48.7%
Male
51.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.