Serving 202 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Westchester Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84%
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westchester Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Westchester Elementary School's student population of 202 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Westchester Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)80-84%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75-79%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
6%
18%
Black
7%
36%
White
75%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Westchester Elementary School often compared to?
Westchester Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clairemont Elementary School, Oakhurst Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% GA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% GA state average).
How many students attend Westchester Elementary School?
202 students attend Westchester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Westchester Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westchester Elementary School?
Westchester Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westchester Elementary School offer ?
Westchester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Westchester Elementary School part of?
Westchester Elementary School is part of City Schools Of Decatur School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 22, 2024 (Wednesday)
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