Westlake High School is located at 825 Westlake Drive in Thornwood, New York, United States. It serves the Mount Pleasant Central School District, including the hamlets of Hawthorne and Thornwood, and parts of the hamlet of Valhalla and the village of Pleasantville.
Serving 477 students in grades 6-8, Westlake Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westlake Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Thornwood, NY, covering approximately 9.9 square miles. Most areas within the zone are a typical 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westlake Middle School's student population of 477 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
477 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating Each Student Today for Endless Possibilities Tomorrow
School Rankings
Westlake Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westlake Middle School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1053 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
15%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
76%
39%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Navy Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westlake Middle School's ranking?
Westlake Middle School is ranked #1053 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Westlake Middle School often compared to?
Westlake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ardsley Middle School, Eastchester Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Westlake Middle School?
477 students attend Westlake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Westlake Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westlake Middle School?
Westlake Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Westlake Middle School offer ?
Westlake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westlake Middle School part of?
Westlake Middle School is part of Mount Pleasant Central School District.
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