Very Good
#467 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 22% in state
West Side Elementary
Elementary School · Elkhorn Area School District
222 Sunset Dr, Elkhorn, WI 53121
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#467 of 2,105
In Elkhorn
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#2 of 7
Elkhorn Area School District
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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West Side Elementary
Elementary School in Elkhorn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Elkhorn Options Virtual School
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About West Side Elementary
West Side Elementary is a public elementary school in Elkhorn, WI, part of Elkhorn Area School District. West Side Elementary serves approximately 431 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. West Side Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #467 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for West Side Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 8.3
- WI avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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West Side Elementary — Students at West Side Elementary score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.
How West Side Elementary Compares
See how West Side Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
222 Sunset Dr, Elkhorn, WI 53121
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Side Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tibbets Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woods Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Lake Geneva), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Williams Bay Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Williams Bay), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Elkhorn, see our Elkhorn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elkhorn Options Virtual School Elkhorn | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Jackson Elementary Elkhorn | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Elkhorn Area High Elkhorn | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Elkhorn Area Middle Elkhorn | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Career and College Academy Elkhorn | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Tibbets Elementary Elkhorn | 4.4 mi | 9.2 |
| DELAVAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Delavan | 5.0 mi | 6.0 |
| ST ANDREW PARISH SCHOOL Delavan | 5.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Williams Bay Elementary Williams Bay | 6.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Williams Bay Middle Williams Bay | 6.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Williams Bay High Williams Bay | 6.9 mi | 6.5 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Williams Bay | 7.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Woods Elementary Lake Geneva | 7.2 mi | 8.9 |
| OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Delavan | 6.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Delavan-Darien High Delavan | 6.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Delavan Darien Technical School Inc Delavan | 6.3 mi | — |
| Phoenix Middle Delavan | 6.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Turtle Creek Elementary Delavan | 6.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Fontana Elementary Fontana | 9.0 mi | 8.1 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lake Geneva | 7.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,635
Median Home Value
$287,900
Median Rent
$1,031/mo
Population
18,640
College Educated
32.6%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
43.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bangor Elementary Bangor, WI | 7.9 |
| Cambridge Elementary Cambridge, WI | 7.9 |
| Campbellsport Elementary Campbellsport, WI | 7.9 |
| East Elementary Jefferson, WI | 7.9 |
| Huegel Elementary Madison, WI | 7.9 |
| Jackson Elementary Elkhorn, WI | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Side Elementary
What grades does West Side Elementary serve?
West Side Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend West Side Elementary?
West Side Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Side Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at West Side Elementary is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Side Elementary rank in WI?
West Side Elementary ranks #467 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is West Side Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
West Side Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at West Side Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Side Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is West Side Elementary a charter school?
No, West Side Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Side Elementary a Title I school?
No, West Side Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Side Elementary?
38.5% of students at West Side Elementary 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 431
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Walworth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.9%
- Phone
- (262) 723-3297
Resources & Links
District
Elkhorn Area School District- District Enrollment
- 3,490
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,131
- District Rank
- #2 of 7
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