West Elementary

West Elementary is a regular public elementary school located in Antigo, Wisconsin, serving students from pre-kindergarten through third grade. With an enrollment of 183 students and a student-teacher ratio of 12.2:1, the school provides personalized attention to each child's learning needs. The dedicated staff includes 15 full-time equivalent teachers who work hard to support their young learners.

West Elementary is part of Langlade County and has a MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10, placing it in the 28th percentile among Wisconsin schools. Academic performance shows that 25% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 20% are proficient or above in Math. While these scores indicate areas where additional support is needed, West Elementary remains committed to fostering a nurturing environment focused on student development.

West Elementary is situated in the heart of Antigo, offering easy access for families within the community. The town setting provides students with a friendly and supportive atmosphere that encourages growth and learning.

With an enrollment of 183 students, West Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

While current test scores at West Elementary are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.