Westdale Elementary School serves 313 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 82%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89%
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79%
- Attendance Zone: Westdale Elementary School serves the southern part of Saginaw, MI, covering an area of approximately 8.6 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westdale Elementary School's student population of 313 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
313 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
School Rankings
The diversity score of Westdale Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)85-89%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)75-79%
82%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
24%
9%
Black
29%
18%
White
36%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Westdale Elementary School often compared to?
Westdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shields Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% MI state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 82% MI state average).
How many students attend Westdale Elementary School?
313 students attend Westdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Westdale Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westdale Elementary School?
Westdale Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Westdale Elementary School offer ?
Westdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westdale Elementary School part of?
Westdale Elementary School is part of Saginaw Township Community Schools.
In what neighborhood is Westdale Elementary School located?
Westdale Elementary School is located in the Saginaw Township South neighborhood of Saginaw, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Saginaw Township South.
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