Serving 411 students in grades 1-6, Westgate Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westgate Elementary School's student population of 411 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westgate Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westgate Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#469 out of 2052 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)68%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
23%
25%
Black
5%
5%
White
53%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westgate Elementary School's ranking?
Westgate Elementary School is ranked #469 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Westgate Elementary School often compared to?
Westgate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beverly Elementary School, Allen Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Westgate Elementary School?
411 students attend Westgate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Westgate Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westgate Elementary School?
Westgate Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Westgate Elementary School offer ?
Westgate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6
What school district is Westgate Elementary School part of?
Westgate Elementary School is part of Edmonds School District.
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