Below Average
#1843 of 2,105 schools in WI
Westside Elementary
Elementary School · Sun Prairie Area School District
501 S Bird St, Sun Prairie, WI 53590
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,843 of 2,105
In Sun Prairie
#14 of 15
public schools
In district
#14 of 15
Sun Prairie Area School District
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Westside Elementary
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About Westside Elementary
Westside Elementary is a public elementary school in Sun Prairie, WI, part of Sun Prairie Area School District. Westside Elementary serves approximately 443 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Westside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,843 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Westside Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Westside Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
32% of students at Westside Elementary 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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Westside Elementary — Students at Westside Elementary score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.8%
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: 3.3/10.
How Westside Elementary Compares
See how Westside 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
501 S Bird St, Sun Prairie, WI 53590
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Token Springs Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Granite Ridge School (rated 8.5/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Cottage Grove), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Meadow View Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sun Prairie, see our Sun Prairie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sun Prairie Four Kids Sun Prairie | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Prairie Phoenix Academy Sun Prairie | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Central Heights Middle Sun Prairie | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| C H Bird Elementary Sun Prairie | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Royal Oaks Elementary Sun Prairie | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Prairie View Middle Sun Prairie | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sun Prairie | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Northside Elementary Sun Prairie | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Creekside Elementary Sun Prairie | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Token Springs Elementary Sun Prairie | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| SACRED HEARTS GRADE SCHOOL Sun Prairie | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Sun Prairie East High Sun Prairie | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Meadow View Elementary Sun Prairie | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Eastside Elementary Sun Prairie | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Sun Prairie West High Sun Prairie | 1.9 mi | — |
| Patrick Marsh Middle Sun Prairie | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Horizon Elementary Sun Prairie | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| POWERHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sun Prairie | 2.5 mi | — |
| Granite Ridge School Cottage Grove | 6.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Sandburg Elementary Madison | 5.0 mi | 6.1 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bethune Academy Milwaukee, WI | 4.4 |
| Browning Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.4 |
| Hackett Elementary Beloit, WI | 4.4 |
| INDIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Franklin, WI | 4.4 |
| Stocker Elementary Kenosha, WI | 4.4 |
| Thurston Woods Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westside Elementary
What grades does Westside Elementary serve?
Westside Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Westside Elementary?
Westside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 443 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westside Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Westside Elementary is 9.4:1. 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 #1,843 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Westside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Westside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% 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?
66.8% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 443
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dane County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.1%
- Phone
- (608) 834-7500
Resources & Links
District
Sun Prairie Area School District- District Enrollment
- 8,411
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,779
- District Rank
- #14 of 15
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