Serving 979 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Westchester Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 979 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westchester Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Westchester Elementary School's student population of 979 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
979 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Westchester Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westchester Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#823 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
39%
38%
Black
30%
21%
White
21%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Broward School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westchester Elementary School's ranking?
Westchester Elementary School is ranked #823 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Westchester Elementary School often compared to?
Westchester Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Westchester Elementary School?
979 students attend Westchester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Westchester Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westchester Elementary School?
Westchester Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westchester Elementary School offer ?
Westchester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westchester Elementary School part of?
Westchester Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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