Serving 736 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Westlake Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 736 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westlake Elementary School serves a central area in Indianapolis, IN, covering approximately 2.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the farthest residents located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westlake Elementary School's student population of 736 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
736 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Westlake Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westlake Elementary School is 0.60, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1459 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
36%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
52%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
8%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westlake Elementary School's ranking?
Westlake Elementary School is ranked #1459 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Westlake Elementary School?
736 students attend Westlake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Westlake Elementary School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westlake Elementary School?
Westlake Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Westlake Elementary School offer ?
Westlake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westlake Elementary School part of?
Westlake Elementary School is part of MSD Wayne Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Westlake Elementary School located?
Westlake Elementary School is located in the Chapel Hill And Ben Davis neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 7 other public schools located in Chapel Hill And Ben Davis.
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