Below Average
#1717 of 2,105 schools in WI
Based on limited data
West Elementary-kindergarten Center
Elementary School · Baraboo School District
707 Center St, Baraboo, WI 53913
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on WI statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,717 of 2,105
In Baraboo
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#7 of 8
Baraboo School District
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West Elementary-kindergarten Center
Elementary School in Baraboo · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About West Elementary-kindergarten Center
West Elementary-kindergarten Center is a public elementary school in Baraboo, WI, part of Baraboo School District. West Elementary-kindergarten Center serves approximately 41 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. West Elementary-kindergarten Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,717 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.6
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 41 students, West Elementary-kindergarten Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6.8:1 students to teachers, West Elementary-kindergarten Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
61% of students at West Elementary-kindergarten Center were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How West Elementary-kindergarten Center Compares
See how West Elementary-kindergarten Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
707 Center St, Baraboo, WI 53913
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Elementary-kindergarten Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lake Delton Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Lake Delton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Merrimac Community (rated 8.1/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Merrimac), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Willson Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baraboo, see our Baraboo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BELC--Renewal Head Start Baraboo | 0.0 mi | — |
| Baraboo Early Learning Cooperative Baraboo | 0.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Baraboo High Baraboo | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Jack Young Middle Baraboo | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| ST JOSEPH PARISH SCHOOL Baraboo | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Willson Elementary Baraboo | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Baraboo | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Al Behrman Elementary Baraboo | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| East Elementary Baraboo | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF BARABOO Baraboo | 4.4 mi | 6.3 |
| North Freedom Elementary North Freedom | 5.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Lake Delton Elementary Lake Delton | 8.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Spring Hill Elementary Wisconsin Dells | 10.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Wisconsin Dells Middle School Wisconsin Dells | 10.5 mi | 7.3 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wisconsin Dells | 10.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Merrimac Community Merrimac | 9.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Wisconsin Dells High Wisconsin Dells | 11.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Bridges Elementary Prairie Du Sac | 12.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Grand Avenue Elementary Prairie Du Sac | 13.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Sauk Prairie High Prairie Du Sac | 13.1 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53913 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,856
Median Home Value
$214,500
Median Rent
$951/mo
Population
21,342
College Educated
25.8%
Homeownership
69.4%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ST MATTHEW'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Stoddard, WI | 4.7 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Egg Harbor, WI | 4.7 |
| ST PETERS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Helenville, WI | 4.8 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Minocqua, WI | 4.8 |
| ST JOHN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Peshtigo, WI | 4.6 |
| MALAIKA EARLY LEARNING CENTER Milwaukee, WI | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Elementary-kindergarten Center
What grades does West Elementary-kindergarten Center serve?
West Elementary-kindergarten Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend West Elementary-kindergarten Center?
West Elementary-kindergarten Center has an enrollment of approximately 41 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Elementary-kindergarten Center?
The student-teacher ratio at West Elementary-kindergarten Center is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Elementary-kindergarten Center rank in WI?
West Elementary-kindergarten Center ranks #1,717 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is West Elementary-kindergarten Center's MySchoolScout rating?
West Elementary-kindergarten Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is West Elementary-kindergarten Center a charter school?
No, West Elementary-kindergarten Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Elementary-kindergarten Center a Title I school?
No, West Elementary-kindergarten Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Elementary-kindergarten Center?
61.0% of students at West Elementary-kindergarten Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 41
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Sauk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.0%
- Phone
- (608) 355-3950
Resources & Links
District
Baraboo School District- District Enrollment
- 2,708
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,210
- District Rank
- #7 of 8
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