Serving 614 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Westgate Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Westgate Elementary serves the northeast part of Falls Church, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school from various points within the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westgate Elementary School's student population of 614 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
614 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westgate Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westgate Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#843 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)63%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
32%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Silver
School Mascot
Wolves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westgate Elementary School's ranking?
Westgate Elementary School is ranked #843 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Westgate Elementary School often compared to?
Westgate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lemon Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Westgate Elementary School?
614 students attend Westgate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Westgate Elementary School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westgate Elementary School?
Westgate Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westgate Elementary School offer ?
Westgate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westgate Elementary School part of?
Westgate Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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