Serving 441 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Westwood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Westwood Elementary School's student population of 441 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
441 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Westwood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwood Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#2112 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
22%
8%
Black
18%
17%
White
42%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Elyria City Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwood Elementary School's ranking?
Westwood Elementary School is ranked #2112 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Westwood Elementary School?
441 students attend Westwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Westwood Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, and 18% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westwood Elementary School?
Westwood Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westwood Elementary School offer ?
Westwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westwood Elementary School part of?
Westwood Elementary School is part of Elyria City Schools.
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