West Bend School District
School District · West Bend, Wisconsin
Avg Rating
6.9
out of 10
Schools
12
5 elem, 2 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,410
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Avg Rating
6.9
out of 10
Schools
12
5 elem, 2 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,410
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Evaluating West Bend School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge West Bend School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Mclane Elementary
West Bend · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Jackson Elementary
Jackson · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Fair Park Elementary
West Bend · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Wisconsin rank
#154 of 379
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.5
above Wisconsin avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,410
$1,482 vs Wisconsin median
District size
5,591 students
Much larger than Wisconsin median
The short answer
West Bend School District ranks #154 of 379 Wisconsin districts by overall school rating. West Bend School District's schools with real test data average 7.5/10 across 9 schools. Its top-rated schools are Mclane Elementary (9.0/10), Jackson Elementary (8.9/10), and Fair Park Elementary (8.5/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Rates 8.9/10 despite 25% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.2 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among West Bend School District schools.
Top-Rated Schools in West Bend School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (9 of 12). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mclane Elementary | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Jackson Elementary | 8.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Fair Park Elementary | 8.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Silverbrook Intermediate | 8.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Badger Middle | 7.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Green Tree Elementary | 7.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Decorah Elementary | 7.3 / 10 |
| 8 | West High | 4.9 / 10 |
| 9 | East High | 4.9 / 10 |
See all 12 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About West Bend School District
West Bend School District is a West Bend, Wisconsin school district serving 12 schools. The district educates 5,591 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.1:1. The district invests $13,410 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.9/10, West Bend School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Mclane Elementary, which has a composite score of 9.0/10.
In standardized testing, West Bend School District students show an average math proficiency of 60.2% and ELA proficiency of 53.9%.
The district includes 5 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in West Bend School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in West Bend School District with test data.
Schools in West Bend School District
12 schools Elementary Schools 5
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 2
District Details
- State
- Wisconsin
- City
- West Bend
- Total Enrollment
- 5,591
- Teachers (FTE)
- 370
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in West Bend School District?
West Bend School District has 12 schools in total — 5 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for West Bend School District?
The average composite rating for West Bend School District is 6.9/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in West Bend School District?
West Bend School District spends $13,410 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in West Bend School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in West Bend School District is 15.1:1.
What is the top-rated school in West Bend School District?
Mclane Elementary is the highest-rated school in West Bend School District with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What are the test scores in West Bend School District?
Across schools in West Bend School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 60.2% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 53.9%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does West Bend School District compare to other districts in Wisconsin?
West Bend School District has an average school rating of 6.9/10 across 12 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Wisconsin by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.9/10
- Math Proficiency
- 60.2%
- ELA Proficiency
- 53.9%
Resources
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateOther School Districts in WI
Compare West Bend School District with neighboring districts in the state.
- Milwaukee School District (156)
- Madison Metropolitan School District (54)
- Green Bay Area Public School District (44)
- Kenosha School District (41)
- Appleton Area School District (38)
- Wisconsin Department of Corrections (33)
- Racine Unified School District (27)
- Waukesha School District (27)
- Sheboygan Area School District (25)
- Eau Claire Area School District (24)
- Janesville School District (22)
- Oshkosh Area School District (21)
- Wausau School District (20)
- La Crosse School District (19)
- Stevens Point Area Public School District (17)
- Wauwatosa School District (17)
- Sun Prairie Area School District (16)
- West Allis-west Milwaukee School District (16)
- Fond Du Lac School District (15)
- Beloit School District (12)
- Kettle Moraine School District (12)
- Middleton-cross Plains Area School District (12)
- Neenah Joint School District (12)
- D C Everest Area School District (12)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Wisconsin Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
Related reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.