Serving 971 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Irene B. West Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 971 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irene B. West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Irene B. West Elementary School's student population of 971 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
971 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Irene B. West Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irene B. West Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3559 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
50%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irene B. West Elementary School's ranking?
Irene B. West Elementary School is ranked #3559 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Irene B. West Elementary School often compared to?
Irene B. West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Irene B. West Elementary School?
971 students attend Irene B. West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Irene B. West Elementary School students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irene B. West Elementary School?
Irene B. West Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Irene B. West Elementary School offer ?
Irene B. West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Irene B. West Elementary School part of?
Irene B. West Elementary School is part of Elk Grove Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Irene B. West Elementary School located?
Irene B. West Elementary School is located in the Valley Hi And North Laguna neighborhood of Elk Grove, CA.
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