Serving 322 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, West Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
West Elementary School's student population of 322 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
West Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#661 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
3%
9%
White
89%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Milton School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Elementary School's ranking?
West Elementary School is ranked #661 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend West Elementary School?
322 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of West Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Milton School District.
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