Serving 570 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kingwestwood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kingwestwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Kingwestwood Elementary School's student population of 570 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
570 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kingwestwood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kingwestwood Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#663 out of 2925 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
22%
18%
White
58%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kingwestwood Elementary School's ranking?
Kingwestwood Elementary School is ranked #663 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Kingwestwood Elementary School often compared to?
Kingwestwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Prairie Elementary School, Winchell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Kingwestwood Elementary School?
570 students attend Kingwestwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Kingwestwood Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kingwestwood Elementary School?
Kingwestwood Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kingwestwood Elementary School offer ?
Kingwestwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kingwestwood Elementary School part of?
Kingwestwood Elementary School is part of Kalamazoo Public Schools School District.
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