Elementary Schools in Westby Area School District

The Westby Area School District in Wisconsin is home to two elementary schools: Westby Elementary and Coon Valley Elementary. While both schools have seen fluctuations in their statewide rankings, Westby Elementary has consistently outperformed Coon Valley Elementary in several key areas, including test scores and statewide rankings.

Westby Elementary has maintained a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger and has outperformed the district and state averages in 3rd and 4th grade English Language Arts and Mathematics. However, the school also has a higher percentage of free and reduced lunch recipients, indicating a higher proportion of students from lower-income families. In contrast, Coon Valley Elementary has a lower student-teacher ratio and a lower percentage of free and reduced lunch recipients, suggesting a relatively more affluent student population.

Despite the differences in performance, both Westby Elementary and Coon Valley Elementary have faced challenges, with fluctuations in their statewide rankings and chronic absenteeism rates that match the district average. The data provides a nuanced look at the strengths and areas for improvement within the Westby Area School District, highlighting the need for continued efforts to support student success across all schools.