Serving 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Westwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 61%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Math Proficiency: 77%
- Reading Proficiency: 81%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westwood Elementary School's student population of 348 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Westwood Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)77%
61%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)81%
70%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
13%
42%
White
76%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Westwood Elementary School often compared to?
Westwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vincent Settlement Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 61% LA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% LA state average).
How many students attend Westwood Elementary School?
348 students attend Westwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Westwood Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westwood Elementary School?
Westwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westwood Elementary School offer ?
Westwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Westwood Elementary School part of?
Westwood Elementary School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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