Serving 622 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Elementary School serves the northwest area of Arcadia, FL, covering approximately 149.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 14.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Elementary School's student population of 622 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
622 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
#OneDesoto, All For Kids.
School Rankings
West Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2871 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 1991–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Elementary School's ranking?
West Elementary School is ranked #2871 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are West Elementary School often compared to?
West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Memorial Elementary School, Nocatee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend West Elementary School?
622 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of West Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Desoto School District.
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