Serving 579 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Westchester Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westchester Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Westchester Elementary School's student population of 579 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
579 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westchester Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westchester Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#62 out of 2092 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
6%
15%
White
82%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westchester Elementary School's ranking?
Westchester Elementary School is ranked #62 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Westchester Elementary School?
579 students attend Westchester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Westchester Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westchester Elementary School?
Westchester Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westchester Elementary School offer ?
Westchester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Westchester Elementary School part of?
Westchester Elementary School is part of Kirkwood R-VII School District.
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