Serving 174 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Westchester Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84%
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79%
- Attendance Zone: Westchester Elementary School serves the northwest part of Decatur, GA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westchester Elementary School's student population of 174 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
174 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Westchester Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)80-84%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75-79%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
4%
36%
White
73%
34%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Westchester Elementary School often compared to?
Westchester Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clairemont Elementary School, Oakhurst Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% GA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% GA state average).
How many students attend Westchester Elementary School?
174 students attend Westchester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Westchester Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westchester Elementary School?
Westchester Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westchester Elementary School offer ?
Westchester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westchester Elementary School part of?
Westchester Elementary School is part of City Schools Of Decatur.
In what neighborhood is Westchester Elementary School located?
Westchester Elementary School is located in the Westchester Hills And Chelsea Heights neighborhood of Decatur, GA.
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