Serving 275 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Westgate Alternative Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westgate Alternative Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Westgate Alternative Elementary School's student population of 275 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
275 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westgate Alternative Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westgate Alternative Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2182 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
21%
17%
White
55%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westgate Alternative Elementary School's ranking?
Westgate Alternative Elementary School is ranked #2182 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Westgate Alternative Elementary School often compared to?
Westgate Alternative Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valleyview Elementary School, West Broad Elementary School, West Mound Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Westgate Alternative Elementary School?
275 students attend Westgate Alternative Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Westgate Alternative Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westgate Alternative Elementary School?
Westgate Alternative Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westgate Alternative Elementary School offer ?
Westgate Alternative Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Westgate Alternative Elementary School part of?
Westgate Alternative Elementary School is part of Columbus City School District.
School Reviews
2 8/17/2016
School administrator demonstrates extremely poor execution of district policies, does not follow through on prescribed course of action on solutions/resolutions, is not receptive to constructive feedback on decisions made. The school is run "her way" and there is no other way and she is quite comfortable in providing "lip" service. Cronyism is an epidemic issue is this facility. Those on the inside of the operations get what they want, the rest of the families and students are on their own. This includes teachers, supportive staff which supports an elitist society and preferential treatment for those related & respective students. Teachers and students are allowed/permitted to create and facilitate hostile environments, there is no proactive efforts or corrective actions made. Bullying is ignored.This school gets one star for its music program!
5 11/15/2012
i love this school my grandkids have been going there for 5 years and it is a wonderful school
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