West Salem High School (Wisconsin)
West Salem High School is a high school located in West Salem, Wisconsin, part of the West Salem School District. As of 2011-2012, 550 students were enrolled at West Salem High. The school employs a faculty of 70 individuals, 79% of whom have a masters degree or higher. Students have the opportunity to receive credits to the nearby UW-La Crosse through dual-credit courses offered.
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