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Sun Prairie West High
High School · Sun Prairie Area School District
501 South Bird St, Sun Prairie, WI 53590
Enrollment
1,333
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,333
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Sun Prairie West High
Sun Prairie West High is a public high school in Sun Prairie, WI, part of the Sun Prairie Area School District. The school serves approximately 1,333 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.3:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $96,497, where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,333 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Address
- 501 South Bird St, Sun Prairie, WI 53590
- Phone
- (608) 834-6624
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
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How Sun Prairie West High Compares
See how Sun Prairie West High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
501 South Bird St, Sun Prairie, WI 53590
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sun Prairie West High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Sun Prairie East High (rated 8.1/10, 3.2 miles away). Additionally, Prairie Phoenix Academy (rated 5.6/10, 2.7 miles away). For more schools in Sun Prairie, see our Sun Prairie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Meadow View Elementary Sun Prairie | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Horizon Elementary Sun Prairie | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| POWERHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sun Prairie | 0.8 mi | — |
| Prairie View Middle Sun Prairie | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Royal Oaks Elementary Sun Prairie | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Creekside Elementary Sun Prairie | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Token Springs Elementary Sun Prairie | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Westside Elementary Sun Prairie | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Sun Prairie Four Kids Sun Prairie | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| C H Bird Elementary Sun Prairie | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sun Prairie | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Prairie Phoenix Academy Sun Prairie | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Central Heights Middle Sun Prairie | 2.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Northside Elementary Sun Prairie | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Sandburg Elementary Madison | 3.6 mi | 5.9 |
| SACRED HEARTS GRADE SCHOOL Sun Prairie | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
| EASTSIDE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Madison | 4.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Sun Prairie East High Sun Prairie | 3.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Harvest Intermediate School Deforest | 3.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Eastside Elementary Sun Prairie | 3.5 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53590 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,497
Median Home Value
$354,700
Median Rent
$1,375/mo
Population
43,965
College Educated
51.6%
Homeownership
66.5%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
37.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sun Prairie West High has a median household income of $96,497. It is a well-educated community where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $354,700, with a median rent of $1,375/month. The local poverty rate of 5.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Wisconsin Virtual Academy High (WIVA) Mcfarland, WI | 2.4 |
| Kaukauna High Kaukauna, WI | 3.6 |
| North High Sheboygan, WI | 3.6 |
| Bradford High Kenosha, WI | 3.7 |
| Menasha High Menasha, WI | 3.7 |
| Antigo High Antigo, WI | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sun Prairie West High
What grades does Sun Prairie West High serve?
Sun Prairie West High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Sun Prairie West High?
Sun Prairie West High has an enrollment of approximately 1,333 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sun Prairie West High?
The student-teacher ratio at Sun Prairie West High is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Sun Prairie West High a charter school?
No, Sun Prairie West High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sun Prairie West High a Title I school?
No, Sun Prairie West High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sun Prairie West High?
32.1% of students at Sun Prairie West High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,333
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 87
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dane County
- Phone
- (608) 834-6624
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Sun Prairie Area School District- District Enrollment
- 8,411
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,779
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