Serving 688 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Westfield Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 688 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Math Proficiency: 44%
- Reading Proficiency: 49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westfield Elementary School's student population of 688 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
688 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Westfield Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)49%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
68%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
21%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Westfield Elementary School often compared to?
Westfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dardanelle Intermediate School, Dardanelle Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Westfield Elementary School?
688 students attend Westfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Westfield Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westfield Elementary School?
Westfield Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Westfield Elementary School offer ?
Westfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Westfield Elementary School part of?
Westfield Elementary School is part of Porterville Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Westfield Elementary School located?
Westfield Elementary School is located in the West Porterville neighborhood of Porterville, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in West Porterville.
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