Serving 342 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Westhaven Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westhaven Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Westhaven Elementary School's student population of 342 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westhaven Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westhaven Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1753 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
27%
Black
40%
17%
White
44%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
18%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westhaven Elementary School's ranking?
Westhaven Elementary School is ranked #1753 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Westhaven Elementary School often compared to?
Westhaven Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Elementary School, New Athens Elementary School, Whiteside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Westhaven Elementary School?
342 students attend Westhaven Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Westhaven Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westhaven Elementary School?
Westhaven Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westhaven Elementary School offer ?
Westhaven Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Westhaven Elementary School part of?
Westhaven Elementary School is part of Belleville SD 118 School District.
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