Serving 275 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Westwood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Westwood Elementary School's student population of 275 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
275 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Westwood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwood Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#539 out of 1755 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
3%
14%
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Black
n/a
13%
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White
90%
65%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwood Elementary School's ranking?
Westwood Elementary School is ranked #539 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Westwood Elementary School often compared to?
Westwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Whitcomb Riley Elementary School, Wilbur Wright Elementary School, Parker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Westwood Elementary School?
275 students attend Westwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Westwood Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westwood Elementary School?
Westwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Westwood Elementary School offer ?
Westwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Westwood Elementary School part of?
Westwood Elementary School is part of New Castle Community School Corp School District.
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