Westwood Elementary School

4711 N 23rd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 614 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Westwood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona 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 Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 614 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50% in AZ
  • : 14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 13% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Westwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:

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School Overview

Westwood Elementary School's student population of 614 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
614 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers

School Rankings

Westwood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwood Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (AZ)
#1727 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
14%
34%
13%
40%
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
74%
49%
Black
12%
6%
White
4%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.44
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Alhambra Elementary District (4280)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Westwood Elementary School's ranking?
Westwood Elementary School is ranked #1727 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Westwood Elementary School often compared to?
Westwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Imagine Camelback Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Westwood Elementary School?
614 students attend Westwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Westwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% 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 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westwood Elementary School offer ?
Westwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westwood Elementary School part of?
Westwood Elementary School is part of Alhambra Elementary District (4280).
In what neighborhood is Westwood Elementary School located?
Westwood Elementary School is located in the Alhambra neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 34 other public schools located in Alhambra.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 614 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 13% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

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