Badger Middle vs Decorah Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wisconsin, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Badger Middle
West Bend · Public middle · Grades 7–8
714 students
Decorah Elementary
West Bend · Public elementary · Grades K–4
349 students
| Measure | Badger Middle West Bend, Wisconsin | Decorah Elementary West Bend, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #115 of 359 | #371 of 1,069 |
| National rank | #4855 of 15,369 | #16029 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 714 | 349 |
| Enrollment | 714 | 349 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.9% | 34.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 57% |
| city | West Bend | West Bend |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (62.8 vs 63.1).
- •Decorah Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 48%).
- •Badger Middle does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 47%).
- •Badger Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.9% vs 34.7%).
- •Decorah Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 13.7).
- •Badger Middle is the larger school with 714 students compared with 349.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Badger Middle better than Decorah Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Badger Middle and Decorah Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between West Bend and West Bend in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Badger Middle: 714. Decorah Elementary: 349. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Badger Middle and Decorah Elementary rank in Wisconsin?
Badger Middle is 115th of 359 and Decorah Elementary is 371st of 1,069 among middle schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).