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#429 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 20% in state

Westside Elementary

Elementary School · Kimberly Area School District

746 W 3rd St, Kimberly, WI 54136

Enrollment

430

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#429 of 2,105

In Kimberly

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#6 of 9

Kimberly Area School District

Equity

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Westside Elementary

8.0/10

Elementary School in Kimberly · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Gerritts Middle

7.8/10

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8.6/10

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About Westside Elementary

Westside Elementary is a public elementary school in Kimberly, WI, part of Kimberly Area School District. Westside Elementary serves approximately 430 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Westside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #429 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Westside Elementary show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65.9% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+12.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.7 pts
Overall Proficiency66% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+15.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,004
Chronic Absenteeism10%

Westside Elementary — Students at Westside Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.6% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 54.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.2% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 32 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
64.3%
ELA
47.1%
2025
Math
67%
ELA
65.9%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Westside Elementary Compares

See how Westside Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
80th percentile in WI
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
6.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

746 W 3rd St, Kimberly, WI 54136

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Flex Academy (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Little Chute), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Janssen Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Combined Locks), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Little Chute Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Little Chute), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Kimberly, see our Kimberly schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Gerritts Middle Kimberly 0.5 mi 7.8
Mapleview Intermediate Kimberly 0.6 mi 8.6
4K Center for Literacy Kimberly 0.9 mi 3.2
Johnston Elementary Appleton 1.4 mi 6.1
Kimberly High Kimberly 1.4 mi 5.2
HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL Appleton 1.8 mi 6.5
ST JOHN NEPOMUCENE SCHOOL Little Chute 1.6 mi 7.1
Little Chute Elementary Little Chute 1.8 mi 7.7
Tesla Engineering Charter School Appleton 2.0 mi 6.1
Appleton eSchool Appleton 2.0 mi 7.3
East High Appleton 2.0 mi 3.4
Janssen Elementary Combined Locks 1.9 mi 8.1
CELEBRATION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Appleton 2.6 mi 6.6
Little Chute High Little Chute 2.2 mi 3.7
Little Chute Middle Little Chute 2.2 mi 8.1
Little Chute Intermediate Little Chute 2.2 mi 7.4
Little Chute Career Pathways Academy Little Chute 2.2 mi 7.3
Richmond Elementary Appleton 2.0 mi 6.2
Huntley Elementary Appleton 2.1 mi 7.2
Flex Academy Little Chute 2.2 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54136 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,472

Median Home Value

$193,000

Median Rent

$1,038/mo

Population

6,936

College Educated

27.8%

Homeownership

58.8%

Avg Commute

19.7 min

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

41.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Addison Elementary Hartford, WI 8.0
Belleville Elementary Belleville, WI 8.0
Cadott Elementary Cadott, WI 8.0
Chappell Elementary Green Bay, WI 8.0
Clovis Grove Elementary Menasha, WI 8.0
Country Dale Elementary Franklin, WI 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westside Elementary

What grades does Westside Elementary serve?

Westside Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Westside Elementary?

Westside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 430 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westside Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Westside Elementary is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westside Elementary rank in WI?

Westside Elementary ranks #429 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Westside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Westside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Westside Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westside Elementary has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Westside Elementary a charter school?

No, Westside Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Westside Elementary a Title I school?

No, Westside Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westside Elementary?

34.9% of students at Westside 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Outagamie County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

District

Kimberly Area School District
District Enrollment
5,058
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,004
District Rank
#6 of 9

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