Serving 483 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Westdale Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westdale Elementary School serves a central area in Melrose Park, IL, encompassing approximately 3.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westdale Elementary School's student population of 483 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
483 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westdale Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westdale Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#2220 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
92%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westdale Elementary School's ranking?
Westdale Elementary School is ranked #2220 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Westdale Elementary School often compared to?
Westdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Westdale Elementary School?
483 students attend Westdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Westdale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westdale Elementary School?
Westdale Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westdale Elementary School offer ?
Westdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Westdale Elementary School part of?
Westdale Elementary School is part of Mannheim SD 83 School District.
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