Serving 1,701 students in grades 5-8, Westwood Intermediate & Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,701 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westwood Intermediate & Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Westwood Intermediate & Middle School's student population of 1,701 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
1,701 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westwood Intermediate & Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwood Intermediate & Middle School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#955 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
17%
10%
Black
11%
12%
White
53%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwood Intermediate & Middle School's ranking?
Westwood Intermediate & Middle School is ranked #955 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Westwood Intermediate & Middle School often compared to?
Westwood Intermediate & Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fridley Middle School, Northdale Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Westwood Intermediate & Middle School?
1,701 students attend Westwood Intermediate & Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Westwood Intermediate & Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westwood Intermediate & Middle School?
Westwood Intermediate & Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westwood Intermediate & Middle School offer ?
Westwood Intermediate & Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Westwood Intermediate & Middle School part of?
Westwood Intermediate & Middle School is part of Spring Lake Park Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 8/12/2018
Good school
2 4/27/2011
As a close relative of a student here, I have heard many complaints. She is picked on, hurt (emotionally and physically), and does not enjoy her learning experience. Do not make the mistake her parents have. This school has too many awful influences including pre-teenage pregnancies and drug use.
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