Serving 426 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Westgate Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westgate Elementary School serves the northeast part of Kennewick, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westgate Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Westgate Elementary School's student population of 426 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
426 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
KSD’s mission is to provide a safe environment in which every student reaches their highest potential and graduates well prepared for success in post-secondary education work and life.
School Rankings
Westgate Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westgate Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1165 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
9%
Hispanic
48%
27%
Black
4%
5%
White
31%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westgate Elementary School's ranking?
Westgate Elementary School is ranked #1165 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Westgate Elementary School often compared to?
Westgate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amistad Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Westgate Elementary School?
426 students attend Westgate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Westgate Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westgate Elementary School?
Westgate Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westgate Elementary School offer ?
Westgate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westgate Elementary School part of?
Westgate Elementary School is part of Kennewick School District.
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