Serving 277 students in grades 3-5, Westview Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westview Elementary School's student population of 277 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
277 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Westview Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westview Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2386 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
54%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
35%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Wood Dale SD 7 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westview Elementary School's ranking?
Westview Elementary School is ranked #2386 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Westview Elementary School?
277 students attend Westview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Westview Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westview Elementary School?
Westview Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westview Elementary School offer ?
Westview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Westview Elementary School part of?
Westview Elementary School is part of Wood Dale SD 7 School District.
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