Serving 349 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Elementary serves the northwest part of Plymouth, MA, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Elementary School's student population of 349 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
349 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
West Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#779 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
3%
10%
White
81%
51%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Elementary School's ranking?
West Elementary School is ranked #779 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are West Elementary School often compared to?
West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Halifax Elementary School, Gardner by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend West Elementary School?
349 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of West Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Plymouth School District.
School Reviews
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